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Current Affairs Q&A PDF – 1 December 2021

NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Who headed the Committee that framed ‘Designing the Future of Dispute Resolution- the ODR
Policy Plan for India’ - a report on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) that was released by NITI
Aayog (in Nov’21)?
1) Sharad Arvind Bobde
2) Dipak Misra
3) Arjan Kumar Sikri
4) Ranjan Gogoi
5) Rajiv Shakdher
Answer- 3) Arjan Kumar Sikri
Explanation:
National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog released a report on Online Dispute Resolution
(ODR) namely ‘Designing the Future of Dispute Resolution- the ODR Policy Plan for India’ which
was headed by Justice (Retd) Arjan Kumar Sikri to states a futuristic model for speedy access to
justice.
2. In November 2021, Alternative Mechanism approved the acquisition of 100% Government

stake in Central Electronics Ltd to ____________ for Rs 210 crore.
1) Deccan Finance & Leasing
2) Intrepid Finance & Leasing
3) Unique Finance & Leasing
4) Melker Finance & Leasing
5) Nandal Finance & Leasing
Answer- 5) Nandal Finance & Leasing
Explanation:
Alternative Mechanism approved the acquisition of 100% GOI stake of Central Electronics Ltd to
Nandal Finance and Leasing Pvt. Ltd for worth of Rs 210 Crore.
• This is the second strategic stake sale by GoI after Air India.
3. In November 2021, the _____ Edition of the Indian Young Water Professional Program (IYWPP)
was launched under ________________ to support the water management reforms.
1) 4th; National Hydrology Project
2) 3rd; National Hydrology Project
3) 4th; National Clean Air Programme
4) 1st; National Hydrology Project
5) 1st; National Clean Air Programme
Answer- 4) 1st; National Hydrology Project
Explanation:
The 1st edition of the India Young Water Professional Program (IYWPP) launched to provide a
structured platform for capacity building with strategic and long-term investment to support the water
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• The program has been taken up under the National Hydrology Project, a Central Scheme of DOWR ,
River Development (RD), Ganga Rejuvenation (GR) & supported by the Australian Water
Partnership.
• This Program will be implemented by Australia India Water Centre.
4. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 52nd International Film Festival of
India (IFFI) 2021 that was held at Goa in November 2021?
A) Saving One Who Is Dead movie won the Best film under Golden peacock award in IFFI 2021.
B) Jitendra Bhikulal Joshi (India) won the Best Actor & Angela Molina (Spain) won the Best
Female Actor.
C) Hema Malini & Prasoon Joshi won the 2021 Indian Film Personality of the Year.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 5) Only B & C
Explanation:
Ring Wandering won the Best film under golden peacock award in IFFI 2021.
• Jitendra Bhikulal Joshi won the Best Actor & Angela Molina won the Best Female Actor.
• Hema Malini, Member of Parliament, Uttar Pradesh & Prasoon Joshi, Chairperson of Central Board
of Film Certification won 2021 Indian Film Personality of the Year.
5. Who won the Best Male Actor award in the 6th BRICS Film Festival?
1) Shah Rukh Khan
2) Amitabh Bachchan
3) Dhanush
4) Akshay Kumar
5) Rajinikanth
Answer- 3) Dhanush
Explanation:
Indian actor Dhanush won Best Male Actor for his role in ‘Asuran’ & Brazilian actress won Best Female
Actor Lara Boldorini for her role in ‘On Wheels’ in the 6th BRICS Film Festival that was held alongside
IFFI 2021.
6. Which Ministry collaborated with UIDAI (in Nov’21) to invent the “Unique” face recognition
technology for providing ‘Life Certificates’ for pensioners?
1) Ministry of Science and Technology
2) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
3) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
4) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
5) Ministry of Finance
Answer- 2) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

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Explanation:
The Union Minister of State for Personnel,Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh launched a
“Unique” face recognition technology for all pensioners in the country. It will work as a proof of ‘life
certificate’ for pensioners.
• This face recognition technology has been invented by the National Informatics Center (NIC),
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in collaboration with the Unique
Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
• The initiative to provide digital life certificates was launched by the Department of Pension and
Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW).
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. RBI superseded the Board of __________________ (in Nov’21) for exercising its power conferred to
the Section 45-IE (1) of the RBI Act, 1934 & also appointed _________ as the new Administrator of
the company.
1) Muthoot Finance Ltd; Shanti Lal Jain
2) Reliance Capital Ltd; Nageswar Rao Y
3) Tata Capital Financial Ltd; Shanti Lal Jain
4) Tata Capital Financial Ltd; Nageswar Rao Y
5) Reliance Capital Ltd; Shanti Lal Jain
Answer- 2) Reliance Capital Ltd; Nageswar Rao Y
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) superseded the Board of Directors of Reliance Capital Ltd (RCL), a Non-
Banking Financial Company (NBFC), by exercising its power conferred under Section 45-IE (1) of the
RBI Act, 1934 & also Nageswar Rao Y was appointed as the Administrator of the company under
Section 45-IE (2) of the RBI Act.
8. Name the organization that approved a loan (in Nov’21) worth $125 million for water supply &
sanitation projects in Uttarakhand.
1) World Bank
2) United Nations Development Programme
3) Asian Development Bank
4) International Monetary Fund
5) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Answer- 3) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a loan of $125 million for water supply and sanitation
projects in Uttarakhand.
• The funds will be utilised to improve access to quality water supply and sanitation services to
the entire population of about 154,000 people.
• The project will introduce a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and geographic
information system (GIS) to provide real-time data and information for monitoring.

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9. Which Bank signed a MoU (in Nov’21) with Usha International Limited to empower women
entrepreneurs by providing financial assistance called ‘NAVCHETNA’?
1) ICICI Bank
2) State Bank of India
3) IDBI Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 2) State Bank of India
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) has signed a MoU with Usha International Limited (UIL) for empowering
women entrepreneurs by providing financial assistance named ‘NAVCHETNA’.
• ‘NAVCHETNA’ makes women entrepreneurs self-reliant through equal opportunity for financial
growth and inclusion.
10. Which Bank signed a co-lending agreement with Agriwise Finserv Limited (in Nov’21) to offer
agri-loan to rural customers?
1) Central Bank of India
2) Punjab National Bank
3) Bank of Baroda
4) Canara Bank
5) Bank of Maharashtra
Answer- 1) Central Bank of India
Explanation:
Agriwise Finserv Limited, an agri-focussed Non Banking Financial Corporation (NBFC), has entered
into a co-lending agreement with Central Bank of India for agri-loan disbursal to underserved &
unserved rural customers of India.
ECONOMY AND BUSINESS
11. In November 2021, India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) estimated India's GDP to grow at
___________ in FY 2022.
1) 8.9 %
2) 10.2 %
3) 9.4 %
4) 8.2 %
5) 9.2%
Answer- 3) 9.4 %
Explanation:
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) expects India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in FY22 at 9.4%
& in Second Quarter of Financial Year-2022 (Q2 FY22) at 8.3 percent.
12. Which company collaborated with Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (in
Nov’21) to launch ‘redRail’, a rail ticket booking service through app?
1) EaseMyTrip
2) Abhibus.com
3) Ola Cabs

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4) RedBus
5) MakeMyTrip
Answer- 4) RedBus
Explanation:
Online bus ticketing platform RedBus has collaborated with Indian Railway Catering & Tourism
Corporation (IRCTC) to launch ‘redRail’, a rail ticket booking service that can be accessed through the
redBus mobile app.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
13. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Ballon d’Or Award?
A) Cristiano Ronaldo won the Ballon d’Or award for the 4th time & Alexia Putellas won the
Women’s Ballon d’Or award.
B) Bayern Munich’s striker Robert Lewandowski won the Striker of the Year award 2021.
C) Ballon d’Or is an annual Football award presented by the French magazine ‘France Football’,
since 1956.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Lionel Messi won the Ballon d’Or award for the 7th time & Alexia Putellas won the Women’s Ballon
d’Or award for the first time.
• Bayern Munich's striker Robert Lewandowski won the Striker of the Year award 2021.
• This is the 65 edition of the Ballon d’Or Ceremony which was held at Paris, France.
APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS
14. Who was recently (in Nov’21) appointed as the new Chief Executive officer(CEO) of Twitter?
1) Parag Agrawal
2) Satyanarayana nadella
3) Ravi Chaudhary
4) Shantanu Narayen
5) Thomas Kurian
Answer- 1) Parag Agrawal
Explanation:
Indian American, Parag Agrawal appointed as the new Chief Executive officer(CEO) of Twitter & he
also led to the resignation of Jack Dorsey, the co-founder of Twitter, from the post of CEO.
15. Who became the 1st female Prime Minister of Sweden in November 2021?
1) Najla Bouden
2) Magdalena Andersson
3) Kaja Kallas
4) Natalia Gavrilița

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5) Sanna Marin
Answer- 2) Magdalena Andersson
Explanation:
Magdalena Andersson became the 1st female Prime Minister (PM) of Sweden & won her 2nd election.
About Sweden:
Capital- Stockholm
Currency-Swedish krona
ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
16. Which Bank invested 9.5 % stake in Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) Limited to
become its Promoter?
1) Indian Overseas Bank
3) Canara Bank
4) Bank Of Baroda
Answer- 5) Punjab National Bank
Explanation:
The Punjab National Bank (PNB) will become the promoter of Open Network for Digital Commerce
(ONDC) limited by investing over 9.5 % stake in the company.
• ONDC is yet to be incorporated by the Companies Act 2013.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
17. Name the new communications satellite that was launched by China (in Nov’21) for radio &
television transmission services.
1) Zhongxing-1D
2) Himawari 8
3) Ohsumi
4) RAISE-2
5) SELENE
Answer- 1) Zhongxing-1D
Explanation:
China launched a new communications satellite named Zhongxing-1D from the Xichang Satellite
Launch Centre in Sichuan Province, China & Zhongxing-1D is also known as ChinaSat-1D.
• The satellite was launched by a Long March-3B carrier rocket & It was developed by the China
Academy of Space Technology (CAST).
18. In November 2021, Which country tested the “Zircon” - a hypersonic missile in the White sea?
1) Finland
2) Germany
3) Russia
4) Sweden
5) Norway
Answer- 3) Russia

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Explanation:
The Russian navy successfully test fired the Tsirkon/Zircon cruise missile, a hypersonic missile, in
the White sea, a southern inlet of the Barents Sea, northwest coast of Russia.
• The Admiral Gorshkov frigate launched the Zircon cruise missile which struck the practice target
at 400 kilometers (215 nautical miles) away.
IMPORTANT DAYS
19. Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare is observed across the globe by the
UN on?
1) 27th November
2) 29th November
3) 26th November
4) 30th November
5) 28th November
Answer- 4) 30th November
Explanation:
United Nations (UN)’s Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare is observed across
the globe on November 30th as a tribute to the victims who lost their lives or suffered due to chemical
warfare.
• The Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare has been observed on 30th November
since 2016.
STATE NEWS
20. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 12 MoU by Gujarat Govt. in November
2021?
A) Gujarat Signed 12 MoUs worth Rs 14,003 crore as a part of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit
2022.
B) Asian Paints Limited signed an MoU for an investment of Rs 1,140 crore to establish an
integrated paint factory in Bharuch, Gujarat.
C) Aarti Industries Limited signed 4 MoUs in the Chemical and Petrochemical sector to establish
a manufacturing facility for pesticides.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Gujarat Signed 12 MoUs worth Rs 14K crore as a Part of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2022.
• Asian Paints Limited signed an MoU for an investment of Rs 1,140 crore to establish an integrated
paint factory in Bharuch, Gujarat.
• Aarti Industries Limited signed 4 MoUs in the Chemical and Petrochemical sector to establish a
manufacturing facility for pesticides.

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21. In November 2021, Which State police launched the ‘Call your cop’ mobile App for its
Citizens?
1) Tripura
2) Assam
3) Nagaland
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Mizoram
Answer- 3) Nagaland
Explanation:
T John Longkumer, Director-General of Police (DGP) Nagaland, launched the Nagaland Police’s mobile
app named ‘Call Your Cop’ at the Police headquarters (PHQ) in Kohima, Nagaland.
• The app was developed by the Police Headquarters CID branch in collaboration with Excellogics
Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd, Nagaland.
CA STATIC GK
22. Who is the Union Minister of Jal Shakti (as of Nov’21)?

1) G. Kishan Reddy
2) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
3) Mahendra Nath Pandey
4) Ramchandra Prasad Singh
5) Kiren Rijiju
Answer- 2) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Explanation:
About Ministry of Jal Shakti:
Union Minister – Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (Constituency – Jodhpur, Rajasthan)
Minister of State – Prahlad Singh Patel (Constituency – Damoh, Madhya Pradesh), Bishweswar Tudu
(Constituency – Mayurbhanj, Odisha)
23. Where is the Silent Valley National Park located?

1) Karnataka
2) Kerala
3) Tamil Nadu
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Telangana
Answer- 2) Kerala
Explanation:
Silent Valley National Park is a national park in Kerala, India. It is located in the Nilgiri hills, has a core
area of 89.52 km², which is surrounded by a buffer zone of 148 km².
• This national park has some rare species of flora and fauna.
24. When was Twitter established?

1) 2002
2) 2006
3) 2004
4) 2008

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5) 2010
Answer- 2) 2006
Explanation:
About Twitter, Inc.:
CEO– Parag Agrawal
Headquarters– San Francisco, California, United States
Founded- 2006
25. Where is Tehri Dam located?

1) Arunachal Pradesh
2) Uttarakhand
3) Bihar
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Punjab
Answer- 2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
The Tehri Dam is the tallest dam in India. It is a multi-purpose rock and earth-fill embankment dam on
the Bhagirathi River near Tehri in Uttarakhand, India.
26. Who is the Chairperson of National Institution for Transforming India Aayog (NITI Aayog)?
1) Amit Shah
2) Amitabh Kant
3) Rajiv Kumar
4) Narendra Modi
5) K. Rajeswara Rao
Answer- 4) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
About NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog:
Established– 2015
Chairperson– Prime Minister of India (Currently- Narendra Modi)
Headquarters– New Delhi.
27. What is the Tagline of Punjab National Bank (PNB)?

1) India’s International Bank
2) Relationship beyond Banking
3) Together we can
4) The Name You Can Bank Upon
5) Good people to grow with
Answer- 4) The Name You Can Bank Upon
Explanation:
About Punjab National Bank (PNB):
MD & CEO– S. S. Mallikarjuna Rao
Headquarters-New Delhi
Founded-1894 (Commenced Operation on -1895)
Tagline- The Name You Can Bank Upon

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28. Where is Ghosu Bird Sanctuary located?
1) Assam
2) Tripura
3) Nagaland
4) Mizoram
5) Sikkim
Answer- 3) Nagaland
Explanation:
About Nagaland:
Chief Minister(CM)– Neiphiu Rio
Airport– Dimapur Airport
Bird Sanctuary- Ghosu Bird Sanctuary
29. Portugal's Madeira Islands expanded a protected marine area to create the largest marine
reserve in Europe and the North Atlantic. Which is the capital of Portugal?
1) Lisbon
2) Stockholm
3) Helsinki
4) Amsterdam
5) Copenhagen
Answer- 1) Lisbon
Explanation:
Capital of Portugal is Lisbon, Lisbon is Portugal’s hilly, coastal capital city.
30. The government allowed 100% FDI in airlines and relaxed norms for overseas investments in
brownfield airports. Which Indian state received the highest FDI 2021?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Maharashtra
3) Kerala
4) Karnataka
5) Gujarat
Answer- 4) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka is the top recipient state during the F.Y. 2021-22 (upto June, 2021) with 48% share of the
total FDI Equity inflows followed by Maharashtra (23%) and Delhi (11%).

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. In November 2021, The Ministry of Commerce & Industry approved the continuation of the
Scheme for Investment Promotion (SIP) for ___________ with a financial outlay of Rs. 970 Crore to
promote FDI into India.
1) 4 years
2) 5 years
3) 3 years
4) 6 years
5) 8 years
Answer- 2) 5 years
Explanation:
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has approved the continuation of the Scheme for Investment
Promotion (SIP) for five years from 2021-22 till 2025-26 with a financial outlay of Rs 970 crore.
• Implementing Agency – Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
2. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Economic Weaker Section (EWS) & the
committee that was set-up to review its annual income criteria?
A) The Ministry of Law & Justice formed a 5-member committee to review the annual income
criteria for EWS reservations.
B) Creamy layer concept was introduced from the Kesavananda Bharati case, 1992, which set the
annual family income to Rs 5 lakh for exclusion from reservation benefits of OBC.
C) 10% Reservations for EWS quota was introduced under the 103rd Constitution (Amendment)
Act, 2019.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 3) Only C
Explanation:
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment formed a 3-member committee to review the annual
income criteria for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) reservations.
• The creamy layer concept was introduced in the Indra Sawhney judgment,1992 & persons with
annual family income above Rs 8 lakh are excluded from reservation benefits of OBC.
• The 10 % EWS quota was introduced under the 103rd Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2019.
3. Which State won Gold Medal in the 40th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF)
2021 for showcasing the art & cultural richness of the state through handicrafts?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Bihar
3) West Bengal
4) Karnataka
5) Kerala

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Answer- 2) Bihar
Explanation:
Union Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal inaugurated the 40th edition of the India
International Trade Fair (IITF) 2021 at Pragati Maidan in Delhi.
• Bihar won the Gold medal by showcasing the state’s art and cultural richness through handicrafts
like Madhubani, Manjusha arts, terracotta, handlooms & other indigenous products of state at IITF
2021
Partner state: Bihar is the partner state for the 40th IITF and the focus states are Uttar Pradesh and
Jharkhand.
4. Which City hosted the 9th International Tourism Mart for the NorthEast Region (in Nov’21) for
the 1st time?
1) Aizawl, Mizoram
2) Agartala, Tripura
3) Kohima, Nagaland
4) Imphal, Manipur
5) Shillong, Meghalaya
Answer- 3) Kohima, Nagaland
Explanation:
Neiphiu Rio, Chief Minister of Nagaland & Ajay Bhatt, Minister of State(MoS) for Tourism inaugurated
the three-day long 9th International Tourism Mart for the NorthEast Region at Kohima, Nagaland.
• Nagaland is hosting this Mart for the first time.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
5. According to the Global Trade update (in Nov’21) report of the United Nations Conference on
Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Global trade will increase _________ to reach US$ 28 trillion in
________.
1) 23%; 2023
2) 25%; 2021
3) 20%; 2022
4) 23%; 2021
5) 25%; 2022
Answer- 4) 23%; 2021
Explanation:
As per the Global Trade Update report (Nov’21) of United Nations Conference on Trade and
Development (UNCTAD), the Global trade is expected to increase by 23 percent to reach about US$ 28
trillion in 2021, when compared to 2020.
6. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU)
‘Worldwide Cost of Living’ Index 2021?
A) Paris, France become the most expensive city in the world to live in 2021
B) Tel Aviv, Israel secured the 2nd rank in the Index & Singapore was ranked as the world’s
cheapest city.
C) The Worldwide Cost of Living Index examines the cost of living in 173 cities & measures
impactful global events twice a year.

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1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 3) Only C
Explanation:
According to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Worldwide Cost of Living Index 2021, Tel Aviv,
Israel has become the most expensive city in the world to live in 2021,
• Paris, France secured 2rd rank in the Index & Syria’s Damascus was ranked as the world’s
cheapest city.
• The Worldwide Cost of Living Index examines the cost of living in 173 cities and measures
impactful global events.
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. Which Bank launched India’s 1st Standalone metal debit card called “FIRST Private Infinite” in
partnership with Visa (in Nov’21) to offer banking & investment experience to customers?
1) Bandhan Bank
2) Axis Bank
3) IDFC FIRST Bank
4) YES Bank
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 3) IDFC FIRST Bank
Explanation:
IDFC FIRST Bank launched India’s 1st standalone metal debit card namely ‘FIRST Private Infinite’ in
partnership with Visa to offer banking and investment experience to customers
8. RBI appointed a _____ Advisory Committee (in Nov’21) to assist Reliance Capital Ltd
Administrator, Nageswar Rao Y on the line of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Rules, _________.
1) 5 Member; 2016
2) 3 Member; 2019
3) 2 Member; 2016
4) 3 Member; 2015
5) 5 Member; 2019
Answer- 2) 3 Member; 2019
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appointed a 3-member Advisory Committee to assist Reliance Capital
Ltd (RCL) Administrator, Nageswar Rao Y on the line of insolvency and bankruptcy (insolvency and
liquidation proceedings of financial service providers and application to adjudicating authority) rules,
2019.
9. Which Bank introduced the 1st paperless proposition for the financing of domestic invoices &
domestic Trade Financing transactions with Lincon Polymers Pvt Ltd?
1) IndusInd Bank
2) Axis Bank

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3) City Union Bank
4) DBS Bank India
5) Dhanlaxmi Bank
Answer- 4) DBS Bank India
Explanation:
DBS Bank India has introduced a paperless proposition for the financing of domestic invoices by buyers
and sellers & also the first paperless domestic trade financing transaction with Lincon Polymers Pvt
Ltd to reduce processing turn-around time and for efficient business.
10. In November 2021, National Statistical Office (NSO) estimated India's GDP grew by ___________
in Q2FY 2022.
1) 9.0%
2) 8.8%
3) 8.6%
4) 8.4%
5) 8.2%
Answer- 4) 8.4%
Explanation:
The National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
released the estimates of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) India’s GDP in Q2FY22 grew by 8.4% as
compared to 7.4% contraction (-7.4%) in Q2FY21.
11. Who won the 7th Dr M S Swaminathan Award for the period of 2017-19?
1) Thanu Padmanabhan
2) Maria Isabel Andrade
3) Soumya Swaminathan
4) Rajendra Singh Paroda
5) V Praveen Rao
Answer- 5) V Praveen Rao
Explanation:
V Praveen Rao, Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University
(PJTSAU) wins the 7th Dr M S Swaminathan Award for the period 2017-19.
• The Selection Committee, headed by former ICAR Director General, RS Paroda has decided to
select V Praveen Rao for the award recognising his contributions in the fields of ‘agricultural
research, teaching, extension and administration’.
12. Who won the 4th Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize 2021 for “Naoroji: Pioneer of
Indian Nationalism”- a biography of Dada Bhai Naoroji?
1) Amit Ahuja
2) Jairam Ramesh
3) Dinyar Patel
4) Milan Vaishnav

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5) Ornit Shani
Answer- 3) Dinyar Patel
Explanation:
A biography titled ‘Naoroji: Pioneer of Indian Nationalism’, authored by Dinyar Patel selected as the
winner of the 4th Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF (New India Foundation) Book Prize 2021.
• The book marked the life events & legacy of Dada Bhai Naoroji. It also contains historical
backgrounds of India’s National Movement during the 19th century.
13. Which word was selected as Merriam-Webster ‘Word of the Year’ 2021?
1) Virus
2) Vaccine
3) Lockdown
4) Covid
5) Pandemic
Answer- 2) Vaccine
Explanation:
‘Vaccine’ is the word of the year 2021of Merriam-Webster, America’s most trusted online dictionary.
The terms vaccine & vaccination are derived from Variolae vaccinae (smallpox of the cow), the term
devised by Edward Jenner & he coined the word vaccine from the Latin word ‘vacca’ for cow.
14. Which State signed Sanjay Dutt as brand ambassador (in Nov’21) & Rahul Mittra as brand
advisor for its 50th Year of celebration?
1) Assam
3) Rajasthan
4) Tripura
5) Nagaland
Answer- 2) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Arunachal Pradesh (AP) Government signed Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt as brand ambassador &
Rahul Mittra signed as brand advisor of the occasion of their golden jubilee celebrations, marking the
50th year celebration of Arunachal Pradesh.
15. Who was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of ‘GUVI’ - an IIT Madras incubated Startup in
November 2021?
1) Shikhar Dhawan
2) Smriti Mandhana
3) Mithali Raj
4) Harmanpreet Kaur
5) Rohit Sharma
Answer- 2) Smriti Mandhana
Explanation:
GUVI, an IIT Madras incubated startup, has signed Indian Women’s cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its
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in their preferred native languages (Tamil, Telugu, Hindi & Many other Indian Languages).
OBITUARY
16. Padma Shri Awardee ‘Sirivennela’ Seetharama Sastry passed away recently (in Nov’21) in
Telangana. What was his profession?
1) Lyricist
2) Singer
3) Actor
4) Dancer
5) Director
Answer- 1) Lyricist
Explanation:
The renowned Telugu film lyricist & Padma Shri awardee ‘Sirivennela’ Chembolu Seetharama Sastry
passed away at the age of 66 years in Hyderabad Telangana.
• He won Nandi Awards several times & he won Padma Shri in 2019.
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. What is the theme of “World AIDS Day 2021” that was celebrated across the globe on 1st
December?
1) Communities make the difference
2) Know Your Status
3) End inequalities. End AIDS
4) My Health, My Right
5) Hands up for #HIVprevention
Answer- 3) End inequalities. End AIDS
Explanation:
World AIDS (Acquired ImmunoDeficiency Syndrome) Day is observed across the globe on 1st December
to create awareness about HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).
• United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), & World Health Organization(WHO) observes
World AIDS Day 2021 under the theme “End inequalities. End AIDS” with a focus on reaching
people left behind.
• The first World AIDS Day was observed on 1st December 1988.
18. The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 57th BSF Raising Day across India on ______
2021.
1) 30th November
2) 29st November
3) 1st December
4) 2nd December
5) 28th November
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The Border Security Force(BSF) of India celebrated the 57th BSF raising day on 1st December to mark
the day on which the BSF, India’s First Line of Defence, came into existence in 1965.
STATE NEWS
19. Which Company signed a MoU (in Nov’21) with Tamil Nadu Industrial Development
Corporation to set up Tamil Nadu Center of Advanced Manufacturing to support the MSME sector
& students?
1) Autodesk
2) Ansys
3) Capgemini
4) Dassault Systemes
5) Microsoft
Answer- 4) Dassault Systemes
Explanation:
Dassault Systemes signed a MoU with Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) to set
up The Tamil Nadu Center of Advanced Manufacturing (TANCAM) at the TIDEL Park, Chennai, Tamil
Nadu.
• TANCAM will work as a Center of Excellence (CoE) in India and will provide a dedicated IT
engineering ecosystem to support the MSME sector and students across Tamil Nadu.
• Under the agreement, the TANCAM Startup Cell and Dassault Systemes’s 3DEXPERIENCE Lab will
develop innovative technologies, products and new business models.
20. Who was appointed as the New Chief Secretary(CS) of Haryana in November 2021?
1) Suresh Chandra Mahapatra
2) H. K. Dwivedi
3) Sanjeev Kaushal
4) Niranjan Kumar Arya
5) Anirudh Tewari
Answer- 3) Sanjeev Kaushal
Explanation:
Sanjeev Kaushal was appointed as the New Chief Secretary(CS) of Haryana following the
superannuation of Vijai Vardhan. He will be the 35th CS of Haryana since it became a separate state in
1966.
• Debashish Chakrabarty takes additional charge as Chief Secretary(CS) of Maharashtra
21. Which state signed a MoU (in Nov’21) with Walmart & its subsidiary Flipkart to train &
support MSME?
1) Karnataka
2) West Bengal
3) Punjab
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Madhya Pradesh
Answer- 5) Madhya Pradesh

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Explanation:
Walmart & its subsidiary Flipkart signed a MoU with the Department of Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises(MSME), Government of Madhya Pradesh(MP) to create an ecosystem of capacity building
for MSMEs in the state.
• This initiative comes under the Walmart Vriddhi Supplier Development Programme (Walmart
Vriddhi), delivered by knowledge partner Swasti.
CA STATIC GK
22. Where is Idukki Dam located?

1) Karnataka
2) Kerala
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Tamil Nadu
5) Telangana
Answer- 2) Kerala
Explanation:
The Idukki Dam is a double curvature Arch dam constructed across the Periyar River in between two
granite hills locally known as Kuravan and Kurathi in Idukki District in Kerala, India.
23. Where is Daporijo Airport located?

1) Tripura
2) Assam
4) West Bengal
5) Mizoram
Explanation:
About Arunachal Pradesh:
Governor – B D Mishra
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, Yordi-Rabe Supse
Airports – Along Airport, Daporijo Airport
24. Where is Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) West Bengal
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Bihar
4) Jharkhand
5) Odisha
Answer- 3) Bihar
Explanation:
About Bihar:
Chief Minister – Nitish Kumar
Wildlife Sanctuary – Rajgir Wildlife Sanctuary, Udaypur Wildlife Sanctuary, Valmiki Wildlife Sanctuary,
Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Wildlife Sanctuary
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25. Which Article gives the Provision for free and compulsory education for children?
1) Article 30
2) Article 42
3) Article 46
4) Article 21 (A)
5) Article 45
Answer- 5) Article 45
Explanation:
Article 45 Provision for free and compulsory education for children.
• The State shall endeavour to provide, within a period of ten years from the commencement of this
Constitution, for free and compulsory education for all children until they complete the age of
fourteen years.
26. Which country launched the world’s 1st quantum communications satellite “Micius”?
1) Japan
2) India
3) UK
4) USA
5) China
Answer- 5) China
Explanation:
Micius is the world’s first quantum communications satellite, launched by China in 2016.
27. Who is the Governor of Haryana (as of Dec’21)?

1) Satya Pal Malik
2) Ramesh Bais
3) Acharya Devvrat
4) Jagdish Mukhi
5) Bandaru Dattatreya
Answer- 5) Bandaru Dattatreya
Explanation:
About Haryana:
Governor– Bandaru Dattatreya
Capital– Chandigarh
Stadium– Nahar Singh Stadium (previously known as Mayur Stadium); Nehru Stadium (Dronacharya
Stadium).
28. India1 Payments has crossed a milestone on deploying 10000 white-label ATMs, which was
called as “India1ATMs”. Where is the Headquarters of India1 Payments Limited?
1) Patna
2) Mumbai
3) Kolkata
4) Bengaluru
5) Chennai
Answer- 4) Bengaluru

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India1 Payments Limited:
Founded: 2006
Headquarters: Bengaluru
29. IAF Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman was conferred with the Vir Chakra Gallantry
award by the President of India. Which is the highest Gallantry award in India?
1) Maha Vir Chakra
2) Param Vir Chakra
3) Ashoka Chakra
4) Kirti Chakra
5) Vir Chakra
Answer- 2) Param Vir Chakra
Explanation:
Param Vir Chakra is the highest Gallantry award in India.
30. Which Country recently (in Nov’21) became the World's Newest Republic?
1) Barbados
2) Aruba
3) Bahamas
4) Anguilla
5) Tuvalu
Answer- 1) Barbados
Explanation:
Barbados has become the world’s newest republic. After 396 years, the British monarchy's reign over
the Caribbean island of Barbados. Dame Sandra Prunella Mason was selected to become the first
president of Barbados.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 10th Quarterly Bulletin (January-
March 2021) of Periodic Labour Force Survey?
A) Unemployment rate for people of age 15 years & above in urban areas increased to 9.3% in
January-March 2021 from 9.1% in January-March 2020.
B) Labour force participation rate in current weekly status in urban areas for those 15 years of
age & above decreased from 48.1% January-March 2021 to 47.5% in January-March quarter of
2021.
C) Ministry of Labour and Employment launched the 10th Quarterly Bulletin of Periodic Labour
Force Survey.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 4) Only A & B
Explanation:
Unemployment rate for people of age 15 years & above in urban areas increased to 9.3% in January-
March 2021 from 9.1% in January-March 2020.
• Labour force participation rate in current weekly status in urban areas for those 15 years of age &
above decreased from 48.1% January-March 2020 to 47.5% in January-March quarter of 2021.
• The National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
launched the 10th Quarterly Bulletin of Periodic Labour Force Survey.
2. On 1st December 2021, the Presidency of G20 changed to ___________ from Italy, thereby India
which will host the G20 Presidency from ____________ entered the G20 Troika.
1) Canada; 2022-23
2) Brazil; 2023-24
3) Indonesia; 2022-23
4) Brazil; 2024-25
5) Indonesia; 2023-24
Answer- 3) Indonesia; 2022-2023
Explanation:
Indonesia assumed the Presidency of G20 from the outgoing Italy, which held the presidency for the
last 1-year. With this Presidency change, India will hold the G20 Presidency from 1st December 2022 to
31st November 2023 has entered the G20 Troika.
• Theme for G20 Leaders Summit 2022 – “Recover Together, Recover Stronger”.
• G20 Troika – Italy (December 2020-2021); Indonesia (December 2021-2022); India (December
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3. According to the 10th Annual World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) report 2021, Which company
ranked ‘Number 1 Cooperative’ among the top 300 cooperatives in the world?
1) Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd
2) Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd
3) Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Ltd
4) National Agricultural Cooperative Federation Ltd
5) Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd
Answer- 3) Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Ltd
Explanation:
The Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) ranked ‘number one Cooperative’ among
the top 300 cooperatives in the world in the 2021 in the 10th Annual World Cooperative Monitor
(WCM) report, withholding its position from 2020 edition.
• While the 2nd position was also held by an Indian company - Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing
Federation Ltd (Amul)
• World’s 1st Nano Urea Introduced by IFFCO for the farmers across the World.
4. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 11th edition of World Migration Report
2022?
A) Global international migration increased from 84 million globally in 1970 to 281 million in
2020.
B) India has the largest Emigration population in the world, and also the largest recipient of
Remittance, totalling USD 83 billion.
C) International Organization for Migration (IOM) of the United Nations launched the 11th
edition of the World Migration Report 2022.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Global international migration increased from 84 million globally in 1970 to 281 million in 2020.
• India has the largest Emigration population in the world, and also the largest recipient of
Remittance, totalling USD 83 billion.
• International Organization for Migration (IOM) of the United Nations launched the 11th edition of
the World Migration Report 2022.
BANKING AND FINANCE
5. According to the ‘State Finances: A Study of Budgets of 2021-22’ RBI report, combined debt-to-
GDP ratio of states is expected to remain at ________ by end-March 2022, which is higher than the
target of 20% to be achieved by ____________.
1) 31%; FY22
2) 29%; FY23
3) 33%; FY22
4) 31%; FY23

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5) 29%; FY24
Answer- 4) 31%; FY23
Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its annual report namely ‘State Finances: A Study of Budgets of
2021-22’ with the theme ‘Coping with the Pandemic: A Third-Tier Dimension’.
• The report states that the combined debt-to-GDP ratio of states is expected to remain at 31% by
end-March 2022, which is worryingly higher than the target of 20% to be achieved by FY23.
• The report was prepared under the overall guidance of Deba Prasad Rath,Officer-in-Charge,
Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR).
6. Which State received USD 135 million loan (in Dec’21) from International Bank for
Reconstruction & Development (IBRD) to improve the operational efficiency & reliability of
electricity supply?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Gujarat
4) Karnataka
5) West Bengal
Answer- 5) West Bengal
Explanation:
International Bank for Reconstruction & Development (IBRD), the lending arm of World Bank Group,
has approved a USD 135 million loan to West Bengal to improve the operational efficiency and
reliability of electricity supply in selected areas in the state.
• The project will support the implementation of the Government of India’s 24X7 Power & support
West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited in transitioning toward a leading public
sector utility in India.
7. Which Bank dual listed USD 650-million Green bonds (in Dec’21) at the India International
Exchange (India INX) & the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE)?
1) HDFC Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) ICICI Bank
5) YES Bank
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) listed its USD 650-million Green bonds simultaneously on the India
International Exchange (India INX) and the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) to open up new
avenues for market development and to get investors from Europe and the globe.
8. Which Bank collaborated with Worldline (in Dec’21) to enable the EMI services on its Debit
Card?
1) ICICI Bank
2) Axis Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Kotak Mahindra Bank

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Answer- 4) Kotak Mahindra Bank
Explanation:
Kotak Mahindra Bank announced a partnership with Worldline, Europe-based payment &
transactional service firm to enable Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) payments via Kotak debit cards
in India.
About Worldline:
CEO – Gilles Grapinet
Headquarters – Bezons, France
9. Which ministry signed a MoU (in Dec’21) with Paytm to train 6000 individuals for 3 years in
the Fintech Industry?
1) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
2) Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
3) Ministry of Education
4) Ministry of Labour and Employment
5) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Answer- 1) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Explanation:
Paytm signed a MoU with the Directorate of General Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development &
Entrepreneurship, to train 6000 individuals for 3 years in the Fintech Industry.
• The collaboration is part of DGT’s Flexible-MoU (Flexi-MoU)
10. Which Bank signed a master agreement (in Dec’21) with Adani Capital Private Ltd to provide
support for co-lending to farmers for purchase of tractor & farm implements?
1) ICICI Bank
2) IndusInd Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) YES Bank
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) signs a master agreement with Adani Capital Private Ltd (Adani Capital)
to provide support for co-lending to farmers for purchase of tractor & farm implements.
• The co-lending is part of priority sector lending (PSL), which aims to improve credit flow to
unserved and underserved sectors of the economy.
11. Name the Bank that launched a savings bank product - “Mahila Mitra Plus” (in Dec’21) to
provide financial planning & investments for women.
1) ICICI Bank
2) Axis Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Federal Bank
5) IndusInd Bank
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Explanation:
Federal Bank launched a rich savings bank product for women called “Mahila Mitra Plus” to provide
financial planning and investments for women.
About Federal Bank:
CEO & MD – Shyam Srinivasan
Headquarters – Aluva, Kerala
Tagline – Your Perfect Banking Partner
12. In December 2021, Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development estimated India's
GDP growth to _______ for FY22.
1) 9.1%
2) 9.0%
3) 9.2%
4) 9.4%
5) 9.5%
Answer- 4) 9.4%
Explanation:
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development (OECD) decreased India’s growth forecast
to 9.4% for FY22 from 9.7% estimated in September 2021.
• Notably, the 38-member intergovernmental organisation, OECD, earlier projected India’s FY22
growth to 9.9%, then it was slashed to 9.7% stating COVID-19 Impact.
13. In December 2021, S&P Global Ratings estimated India's GDP growth unchanged at _________
for FY22.
1) 9.2%
2) 9.5%
3) 9.3%
4) 9.4%
5) 9.0%
Answer- 2) 9.5%
Explanation:
S&P Global Ratings has retained the GDP growth forecast of India unchanged at 9.5 percent for the
Financial year FY22 and 7.8 percent for the year ending FY23.
About S&P Global Ratings:
President – John Berisford
Headquarters – New York, United States
Parent – S&P Global
14. Who won the Woman of Year 2021 Award from World Athletics?
1) Shaili Singh
2) Anju Bobby George
3) Elaine Thompson

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4) Athing Mu
5) Yulimar Rojas
Answer- 2) Anju Bobby George
Explanation:
The former long jump legend from India, Anju Bobby George won the award for ‘Woman of the Year’
2021 from World Athletics.
• World Athletes of the Year at the World Athletics Awards 2021 – Olympic champions Elaine
Thompson-Herah of Jamaica and Karsten Warholm of Norway.
• Jean-Pierre Durand World Athletics Photograph of the Year – Ryan Pierse’s photograph of the
women’s high jump qualifying at the Tokyo Olympic Games.
15. Who got appointed as the UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Cultural & Creative Industries in
December 2021?
1) Nizan Guanaes
2) Deeyah Khan
3) Firyal Irshaid
4) Naomi Kawase
5) Madanjeet Singh
Answer- 4) Naomi Kawase
Explanation:
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay appointed Japanese film director Naomi Kawase as the
UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Cultural and Creative Industries.
Role of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador: To utilise their talent and visibility to promote UNESCO’s
values and objectives & to spread UNESCO’s values and ideals across the globe through their creativity,
initiative and influence.
16. ________ was appointed as the Chairman of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) for
_____ term.
1) Sambit Patra; 5 years
2) Kamala Vardhana Rao; 2 years
3) Kishan Reddy; 4 years
4) Sambit Patra; 3 years
5) Kamala Vardhana Rao; 5 years
Answer- 4) Sambit Patra; 3 years
Explanation:
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson & leader Sambit Patra was appointed as the Chairman
& part time Non-Executive Director of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) by the
Appointment Committee of Cabinet (ACC) for the next 3 years.
About India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC):
Founded– 1966
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IMPORTANT DAY
17. International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is observed across the globe by UN on
________________.
1) 1st December
2) 30th November
3) 2nd December
4) 29th November
5) 3rd December
Answer- 3) 2nd December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is annually observed across the
globe on 2nd December to eradicate the contemporary forms of slavery which includes, human
trafficking, sexual exploitation, child labour, forced marriage, and forced recruitment of children for use
in armed conflict.
• The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/RES/317(IV) on 2nd
December 1949.
18. National Pollution Prevention Day is annually observed across India on 2nd December 2021
to mark _________________.
1) Dzüko Valley wildfires
2) Bhopal Gas Tragedy
3) Visakhapatnam gas leak
4) Uttarakhand forest fires
5) Pasarlapudi blowout
Answer- 2) Bhopal Gas Tragedy
Explanation:
National Pollution Prevention Day or National Pollution Control Day is annually observed across India
on 2nd December 2021 to mark the 37th anniversary of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, 1984.
• The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate
Change, was constituted in September 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution)
Act, 1974.
• It is entrusted with the powers and functions under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution)
Act, 1981.
19. World Computer Literacy Day is annually observed across India on?
1) 1st December
2) 29th November
3) 3rd December
4) 2nd December
5) 30th November
Explanation:
World Computer Literacy Day is annually observed on December 2nd to create awareness about
computers and to encourage the development of technological skills among people especially children
and women in India.

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• The World Computer Literacy Day was launched by the National Institute of Information
Technology (NIIT).
• The 1st ever World Computer Literacy Day was observed on 2nd December 2001.
20. Which State celebrated ‘Indigenous Faith Day’ on 1st December to mark the birth
anniversary of Golgi Bote Talom Rukbo?
1) Assam
2) Mizoram
4) Sikkim
5) Nagaland
Explanation:
Arunachal Pradesh celebrated 1 December as ‘Indigenous Faith Day’ to preserve and promote
indigenous faith and traditional practices of tribal communities of the state.
Indigenous Faith Day has been celebrated on 1st December since 2013. December 1st is to be the birth
anniversary of Golgi Bote Talom Rukbo, who is called as the father of the indigenous faith.
CA STATIC GK
21. Which is the main contributor to Acid Rain?

1) Carbon Monoxide, Methane
2) Carbon Monoxide, Nitrogen Oxide
3) Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrogen Oxide
4) Carbon Dioxide, Water Vapour
5) Sulfur Dioxide, Ammonia
Answer- 3) Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrous Oxide
Explanation:
Acid rain is caused by Sulfur dioxide (SO2) and Nitrogen oxides (NOx) that are released into the
atmosphere, which dissolves with water molecules in the air & fall as precipitation.
22. Where is Shirui Kashong or Shirui peak located?

1) Himachal Pradesh
2) Assam
3) Uttarakhand
4) Nagaland
5) Manipur
Answer- 5) Manipur
Explanation:
Manipur govt. has sought help from the Central govt. to blow out the forest fire that broke out in the
Shirui Kashong or Shirui peak, Ukhrul District, Manipur.
23. When was the 1st One Day International (ODI) match played?
1) 1980
2) 1956
3) 1971

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4) 1896
5) 1931
Answer- 3) 1971
Explanation:
The 1st ever ODI match was played between Australia & England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on
5 January 1971.
2021 marks its 50th anniversary.
24. What is the Address size of IPv6?

1) 32 bits
2) 128 bits
3) 256 bits
4) 64 bits
5) 512 bits
Answer- 2) 128 bits
Explanation:
The size of an Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) address is 128 bits, compared to 32 bits in IPv4.
25. Through which of the following Mutual Funds plans an Investor can make regular & equal
payments to a Mutual Fund scheme?
1) Single Investment Plan
2) Systematic Transfer Plan
3) Dividend Transfer Plan
4) Systematic Investment Plan
5) Systematic Withdrawal Plan
Answer- 4) Systematic Investment Plan
Explanation:
A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is a plan in which investors make regular, equal payments into a
Mutual Fund scheme.
26. Where is India’s 1st e-Waste clinic located?

1) Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
2) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
3) Nagpur, Maharashtra
4) Kota, Rajasthan
5) Nizamabad, Telangana
Answer- 2) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
India’s 1st e-waste clinic for segregating, processing and disposal of waste from household and
commercial units was set-up in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh in January 2020.
27. Name the Federal Assembly (Lower House) of the Russian Parliament.
1) Duma
2) Majlis
3) Sansad
4) Shora

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5) Tsogdu
Answer- 1) Duma
Explanation:
The Federal Assembly (Lower House) of the Russian Parliament is called ‘Duma’.
28. Who along with Larry Page co-founded ‘Google’?

1) Ronald Wayne
2) Sergey Brin
3) Jan Koum
4) Paul Allen
5) Chad Hurley
Answer- 2) Sergey Brin
Explanation:
About Google:
Founders – Larry Page & Sergey Brin
Launched – 1998
Parent Organisation – Alphabet Inc.
29. Which is the 1st Wetland in India to be designated as a Ramsar Site?

1) Chilika Lake
2) Loktak Lake
3) Wular Lake
4) Kolleru Lake
5) Vembanad Lake
Answer- 1) Chilika Lake
Explanation:
The population of dolphins in Chilika Lake, India’s largest brackish water lake, along the Odisha coast
has doubled in 2021 compared with last year, jumping from 146 to 162.
• Chilika Lake is the 1st Wetland in India to be designated as a Ramsar Site in 1981.
30. Who was the 1st and only Indian Citizen to travel in space?
1) Kalpana Chawla
2) Rakesh Sharma
3) Sunita Williams
4) Ravish Malhotra
5) Ravi Chari
Answer- 2) Rakesh Sharma
Explanation:
The 1st & only Indian Citizen to travel in space was Rakesh Sharma, when he flew aboard the Soviet
rocket Soyuz T-11 in 1984.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which company signed a contract (in Dec’21) with the Indian Army worth Rs 471.41 crore to
supply IGLA-1M missiles?
1) Defence Research and Development Organisation
2) Bharat Electronics Limited
3) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
4) Bharat Dynamics Limited
5) Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited
Answer- 4) Bharat Dynamics Limited
Explanation:
Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and the Indian Army signed a contract worth Rs 471.41 crore in New
Delhi for the refurbishment of IGLA-1M missiles. After the Refurbishment, the missile will get a fresh
lease life of ten years.
2. Which Ministry extended the timeline (in Dec’21) for the Implementation of the Smart Cities
Mission (SCM) for all 100 participating cities till June 2023?
1) Ministry of Planning
2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Science and Technology
4) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
Answer- 2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Explanation:
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) extended the timeline for the implementation of
the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) for all 100 participating cities to June 2023 due to the COVID-19 induced
slowdown & other factors.
• MoHUA launched the SCM in June, 2015.
• The central government has released Rs 27,235 crores to states and union territories (UTs) for
their smart cities.
3. Who Co-Chaired the 9th India-European Union Energy Panel (in Dec’21) along with the
European Commission’s Mechthild Worsdorfer?
1) Riva Ganguly Das
2) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
3) Reenat Sandhu
4) Taranjit Singh Sandhu
5) V. Muraleedharan
Answer- 3) Reenat Sandhu
Explanation:
The 9th India-EU (European Union) Energy Panel was co-chaired by Reenat Sandhu, the Secretary
of India’s Ministry of External Affairs (West), and Ms. Mechthild Worsdorfer, Deputy Director-General
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• India & the EU are closely cooperating on climate action & on ensuring affordable, clean and
secure energy through India-EU Clean Energy & Climate Partnership as agreed at the India-EU
Summit on March 30, 2016.
4. The Ministry of State for Communication released the commemorative postage stamp (in
Dec’21) to mark the 75th anniversary of the Which Company?
1) Mahindra Group
2) Adani Group
3) Larsen & Toubro Group
4) Tata Group
5) Aditya Birla Group
Answer- 1) Mahindra Group
Explanation:
The Ministry of State(MoS) for Communications, has released the commemorative postage stamp to
mark the 75th anniversary of the Mahindra Group and he also urged the group to collaborate with the
postal department to improve the delivery of social services in the rural areas.
5. India achieved the target of _________ power generation capacity from non-fossil fuel sources in
November 2021.
1) 40%
2) 20%
3) 50%
4) 70%
5) 80%
Answer- 1) 40%
Explanation:
In accordance with the Ministry of new & renewable energy (MNRE), India has achieved the target of
40% power generation capacity to 156.83 GW from non-fossil fuel sources in November 2021.
• At COP 21, as part of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), India had committed to
achieving 40% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil energy sources by 2030.
6. Indian Army received the advanced Heron Drones (in Dec’21) from ____________ to boost the
army’s surveillance capabilities in Ladakh sector.
1) UAE
2) Indonesia
3) USA
4) Israel
5) Russia
Answer- 4) Israel
Explanation:
The Indian Army has received the advanced Heron Drones from Israel to boost the army’s
surveillance capabilities.
• The drones will be deployed in the eastern Ladakh sector & the drones were received under the
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7. Which Country is developing the ‘World's 1st Sustainable Floating City’ along with OCEANIX &
UN-Habit?
1) Philippines
2) Maldives
3) South Korea
4) New Zealand
5) Netherlands
Answer- 3) South Korea
Explanation:
South Korea is set to get the World’s first floating city, a joint effort by OCEANIX & the United Nations
Human Settlement Programme (UN-Habit), which is likely to be completed by 2025.
• The floating city will be developed on the coast of Busan, South Korea, to tackle the problem of
rising sea levels.
BANKING AND FINANCE
8. Name the Organisation that approved a $500 million loan (in Dec’21) to ‘Samagra Shiksha’ for
Improving the Quality of School Education in India?
1) UNICEF
3) World Bank
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $500 million loan to the Government of India to
improve the quality of India’s school education & mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on
student’s learning.
i. ADB’s loan supports the Samagra Shiksha, an Integrated Scheme for School Education and the new
Exemplar School Initiative of the Ministry of Education (MOE).
9. Which Company launched a Portfolio Management Services (PMS) marketplace (in Dec’21)
along with PMS Bazaar for its High Net-worth Individual (HNI) investors?
1) BharatPe
2) PhonePe
3) MobiKwik
4) Paytm Money
5) Groww
Answer- 4) Paytm Money
Explanation:
Paytm Money, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Paytm, has partnered with PMS Bazaar & launched a
Portfolio Management Services (PMS) marketplace for its High Net-worth Individual (HNI) investors.

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About Paytm Money:
Headquarters – Bengaluru, Karnataka
Director & CEO – Varun Sridhar
10. Name the company which was partnered with Mswipe (in Dec’21) to launch the ‘Cardless EMI’
at retail Stores.
1) KreditBee
2) Lendingkart
3) Policybazaar
4) Paytm
5) Razorpay
Answer- 1) KreditBee
Explanation:
KreditBee, a Fintech lending platform, partnered with Mswipe to offer fully digital ‘cardless EMI’ at
leading retail stores.
• Under the partnership, the customers could shop from around 2 lakh merchant stores associated
with Mswipe along with five lakh retail stores that will partner with Kreditebi across India by the
end of 2022.
• Under ‘cardless EMI’, KreditBee offers ‘pay later’ options for purchases of up to 1 Lakh, which can
be converted into EMI in a range of 3 to 12 months
11. Which Organisation received a grant of Rs 15 crore from the Japan Fund for Poverty
Reduction (in Dec’21) to improve the Urban Primary Healthcare in India?
2) World Bank
Explanation:
Asian Development Bank (ADB) has received a grant of around Rs 15 crore from the Japan Fund for
Poverty Reduction (JFPR). The fund will be used to enhance urban primary healthcare usage across
India.
• The grant is aligned with the $300 million loan support from ADB to Government of India to
strengthen CPHC under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-
ABHIM).
12. As per the ‘India 2022 Outlook: Shifting to a higher gear’ report by DBS group, India GDP
growth is estimated to reach __________ in FY23.
1) 6%
2) 9%
3) 8%
4) 11%
5) 7%

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Answer- 5) 7%
Explanation:
As per the report released by DBS Group Research named, ‘India 2022 Outlook: Shifting to a higher
gear’, India’s GDP growth forecast to increase 7% in FY23.
• The bank has maintained India’s FY22 forecast at 5 percent.
13. Which company signed a MoU with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (in Dec’21) to
enhance Renewables & Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Projects?
1) Power Grid Corporation of India
2) Bharat Petroleum
3) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
4) Hindustan Petroleum
5) Gail India
Answer- 3) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
Explanation:
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) signed a MoU with Solar Energy Corporation of India
(SECI) to enhance Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Projects and to strengthen footprint in
renewables, especially solar.
• The MoU was signed by ONGC Chairman & Managing Director (MD), Subhash Kumar, and SECI
MD, Suman Sharma in New Delhi.
• ONGC has set a target of producing a minimum of 10 GW of renewable power by 2040 and focuses
on the exploration and production (E&P) business.
14. Name the Company that signed a MoU with Common Service Center (CSC)(in Dec’21) to
Increase Broadband Penetration in Rural & semi-urban areas?
1) Container Corporation of India
2) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
3) Ircon International
4) RailTel
5) Bharti Airtel
Answer- 4) RailTel
Explanation:
RailTel signed a MoU with Common Service Center (CSC),e-Governance Services India Limited to
provide services to increase broadband penetration in rural & semi urban areas for minimising the
digital divide.
About RailTel:
Chairman & MD-Puneet Chawla
Founded-2000
Under– Ministry of Railways
15. In December 2021, Which company signed a MoU with the THDC India Limited (THDCIL) to
provide support to develop Renewable Energy projects?
1) Power Finance Corporation
2) Solar Energy Corporation of India
3) Rural Electrification Corporation
4) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency

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5)National Thermal Power Corporation
Answer- 4) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency
Explanation:
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), under the Ministry of New &
Renewable Energy has signed a MoU with the THDC India Limited(THDCIL), to provide financial and
technological support to develop renewable energy (RE) projects.
• The IREDA has also signed a MoU with Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited
(BVFCL), under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers to provide techno-financial expertise to
develop RE energy projects and fundraising.
• This MoU will contribute to achieve the Government’s target of reducing its carbon emission to
45% by 2030.
16. Which company launched India’s 1st Nifty Alpha 50 Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) called
“Kotak Nifty Alpha 50 ETF” in December 2021?
1) Axis Mutual Fund
2) Aditya Birla Mutual fund
3) HDFC Mutual Fund
4) Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund
5) ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund
Answer- 4) Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund
Explanation:
Kotak Mahindra asset management company (Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund) launched India’s 1st Nifty
Alpha 50 Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) named Kotak Nifty Alpha 50 ETF.
• Alpha is also referred to as ‘excess return’.
About Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company (KMAMC):
Operations started – 1998
Group President & Managing Director – Nilesh Shah
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
17. What are points that are correct with respect to the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural
Heritage Conservation 2021?
A) Nizamuddin Basti, New Delhi got awards under the categories of Award of Distinction & New
Design in Heritage Contexts.
B) 9 projects from Bangladesh, China, India, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand were honoured with
the award.
C) Nizamuddin Basti project in New Delhi, consists of over 20 historic monuments including
Humayun’s Tomb, Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti & Sunder Nursery, Batashewala Tomb-Garden
Complex.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C

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Explanation:
Nizamuddin Basti, New Delhi got 2 awards under the categories of Award of excellence & Special
Recognition for Sustainable Development.
i. 9 projects from Bangladesh, China, India, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand were honoured with the
award.
ii. Nizamuddin Basti project in New Delhi, consists of over 20 historic monuments including Humayun’s
Tomb, Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti & Sunder Nursery, Batashewala Tomb-Garden Complex.
18. Who got the ‘Asom Baibhav’ 2021 award from the Assam Government?
1) Azim Premji
2) N.R. Narayana Murthy
3) Gautam Adani
4) Mukesh Ambani
5) Ratan Tata
Answer- 5) Ratan Tata
Explanation:
On the occasion of Asom Divas or Assam Day, the Chief Minister (CM) of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma
conferred the prestigious ‘Asom Baibhav’ 2021 award to Ratan Tata, Chairman of TATA Trusts for
contributing towards cancer care services in Assam.
• It is the highest civilian award of Assam.
19. Who was appointed as the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) in December 2021?
1) Kristalina Georgieva
2) Antoinette M. Sayeh
3) Gita Gopinath
4) Jagdish Bhagwati
5) Geoffrey Okamoto
Answer- 3) Gita Gopinath
Explanation:
Indian-American & the first female Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Gita
Gopinath is promoted as the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) serving under IMF Chief
Kristalina Georgieva. She succeeded FDMD Geoffrey Okamoto.
About International Monetary Fund (IMF):
MD- Kristalina Georgieva
Established- 1944
Headquarters- Washington, DC United States
20. In December 2021, Sanjay Jain was appointed as the __________ of India Debt Resolution
Company Ltd (IDRCL) & ___________ was appointed as the Chairman of IDRCL.
1) Deputy Chairman; Diwakar Gupta
2) Directors; Chanda Kochhar
3) CEO; Diwakar Gupta
4) Deputy Chairman; Chanda Kochhar
5) CEO; Sandeep Bakhshi

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Answer- 3) CEO; Diwakar Gupta
Explanation:
Sanjay Jain was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of India Debt Resolution Company Ltd
(IDRCL)& Diwakar Gupta, former managing director of State Bank of India (SBI), also appointed as
Chairman of (IDRCL).
• Pradip Shah, founder of IndAsia Fund Advisors was appointed as the Chairman of National Asset
Reconstruction Company Ltd (NARCL).
21. In December 2021, Salman Khan was appointed as the Covid vaccination ambassador of
which state?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Jharkhand
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Maharashtra
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Maharashtra Government has appointed Veteran Bollywood Actor Salman Khan as the Covid
vaccination ambassador of the state with an intent to tackle vaccine hesitancy among the Muslim
dominated areas of Maharashtra & to encourage people to get both dose of COVID 19 vaccine.
SPORTS
22. Who became the 1st Indian to win Malaysian Open Squash Championships 2021 that was held
in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?
1) Mahesh Mangaonkar
2) Saurav Ghosal
3) Miguel Rodriguez
4) Ramit Tandon
5) Vikram Malhotra
Answer- 2) Saurav Ghosal
Explanation:
Indian Squash player Saurav Ghosal won the Malaysian Open Squash Championships 2021, defeating
Colombia’s Miguel Rodriguez in the men’s singles final held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and became the
1st Indian to win the Malaysian Open Squash Championships.
IMPORTANT DAYS
23. International Day of Persons with Disabilities is annually observed across the globe by the UN
on?
1) 1st December
2) 3rd December
3) 2nd December
4) 30th November
5) 4th December
Answer- 2) 3rd December

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Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities is annually observed across the
globe on 3rd December to create awareness about the situation of persons with disabilities in every
aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
• Theme - “Leadership and participation of persons with disabilities toward an inclusive, accessible
and sustainable post-COVID-19 world”.
• The first ever International Day of Disabled Persons was observed on 3rd December 1992.
STATE NEWS
24. Which state launched a web portal & mobile app called ‘Hamar Apan Budget’ (in Dec’21) to
receive suggestions from General public on the State’s Budget?
1) Haryana
2) Jharkhand
3) Assam
4) West Bengal
5) Bihar
Answer- 2) Jharkhand
Explanation:
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren launched a web portal named ‘Hamar Apan Budget’ and a
mobile application (app) prepared by the state finance Department from the Chief Minister’s residential
office in Ranchi.
About Jharkhand:
Governor – Ramesh Bais
Wildlife sanctuaries – Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, Lawalong Wildlife Sanctuary, Mahuadanr Wildlife
Sanctuary
CA STATIC GK
25. Assam day is celebrated across India on?

1) 3rd December
2) 1st December
3) 4th December
4) 2nd December
5) 30th November
Explanation:
Assam day is celebrated on 2nd December to commemorate the rule of Chalong Sukapha.
26. In Which state Chandubi Lake is located?

1) West Bengal
2) Tripura
3) Assam
4) Odisha
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 3) Assam

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Explanation:
About Assam:
River – Kopili river, Iril river
Lake-Chandubi Lake,Haflong Lake
27. The four Planets closest to the sun are called?

1) Dwarf Planets
2) Terrestrial Planets
3) Giant Planets
4) Gas Planets
5) All the Above
Answer- 2) Terrestrial Planets
Explanation:
The four planets closest to the sun (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) are called terrestrial planets
28. The Kuno National Park is set to get 13 African Cheetahs in 2022. In Which state Kuno
National Park is located?
1) Karnataka
2) Maharashtra
3) Kerala
4) Assam
5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Kuno National park in Madhya Pradesh, India was established in 1981 as a wildlife sanctuary & it was
originally developed as the second home for Asiatic lions in India, apart from Gir National Park.
29. Indian Tennis star Rohan Bopanna got the Rajyotsava Award recently (in Dec’21). Rajyotsava
Awards is the second highest civilian award of which state?
1) Jharkhand
2) Odisha
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Karnataka
5) Kerala
Explanation:
The Rajyotsava Awards is the second highest civilian honor of the Karnataka state of India are
conferred annually by the Karnataka Government on the occasion of the establishment of the state on 1
November celebrated as the Kannada Rajyotsava.
30. Arunachal Pradesh launched India’s 1st certified organic kiwi from Ziro Valley Farms. What
is the State fruit of Arunachal Pradesh?
1) Orange
2) Avocados
3) Jackfruit
4) Guava

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5) Mango
Answer- 3) Jackfruit
Explanation:
The state fruit of Arunachal Pradesh is the jackfruit while its state flower is the rare foxtail orchid.



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Current Affairs Q&A PDF – 5&6 December 2021

NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Name India’s 1st Indigenous server that was recently (in Dec’21) launched by MoS E&IT Rajeev
Chandrasekhar, which was developed by C-DAC under the National Supercomputing Mission.
1) Swadeshi
2) NaYa
3) RUDRA
4) Bharat
5) SAKTHI
Answer- 3) RUDRA
Explanation:
Minister of State (MoS) for Electronics and Information Technology (IT), Rajeev Chandrasekhar,
released the ‘National Strategy on Blockchain’.
i. MoS E&IT also launched India’s 1st indigenous Server, RUDRA, which was developed by the Centre for
Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM)
supported by MeiTY and DST.
ii. He also announced the top 10 winning teams of the Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge
2. In December 2021, PM Modi laid foundation stone for 11 projects in ______________, including the
foundation stone for _______ Economic Corridor Project, which has Asia's largest wildlife elevated
corridor.
1) Dehradun; Shimla-Dehradun
2) Shimla; Shimla-Delhi
3) Dehradun; Delhi-Dehradun
4) Nagpur; Mumbai-Nagpur
5) Nagpur; Delhi-Nagpur
Answer- 3) Dehradun; Delhi-Dehradun
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated 7 projects worth Rs 2,573 crore and laid the foundation stone of 11
projects worth Rs 15,728 crore in Dehradun, Uttarakhand (Cumulatively the projects worth around Rs
18,000 crore).
i. PM laid the foundation stone for the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor project, which will be built
at a cost of around Rs 8,300 crore.
• It will have Asia’s largest wildlife elevated corridor (12 kilometres) for unrestricted wildlife
movement.
3. Identify the organisation that partnered with International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to
conduct ‘Joint Cyber Drill 2021’.
1) Department of Science and Technology
2) Department of Telecommunication
3) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
4) Both 1 & 3
5) All 1, 2 & 3
Answer- 2) Department of Telecommunication

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Explanation:
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
operating under the Ministry of Communications conducted a ‘Joint Cyber Drill 2021’. It was
conducted for the Critical Network Infrastructure (CNI) operators of India.
About ITU:
Secretary General– Houlin Zhao
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
Founded-1865
4. Where was the 22nd Edition of ‘Dhanesh Bird Festival’ also known as the ‘Festival of Festivals’
celebrated?
1) Nagaland
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Bihar
4) West Bengal
5) Andhra Pradesh
Answer- 1) Nagaland
Explanation:
The 22nd Hornbill Festival began in Nagaland at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama(Kohima). The
Governor of Assam and Nagaland Prof. Jagdish Mukhi inaugurated the programme of the 10-day festival.
It is also called the ‘Festival of Festivals’. The festival is also known as Dhanesh bird festival.
• Other Festival of Nagaland - Ngada Festival, Hega Festival, Mim Kut Festival
5. Indian government is planning to indigenously manufacture a modified version of LCA _________

Aircraft engines, under the Kaveri Engine project that was launched in ________.
1) Tejas; 1989
2) Mirage 2000; 1995
3) Tejas; 1995
4) Mirage 2000; 1989
5) Tejas; 2001
Answer- 1) Tejas; 1989
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) has informed the Parliament about the future development of indigenous
engines for powering aircraft such as Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas variants and Advanced Medium
Combat Aircraft (AMCA) in association with an International Engine House.
i.The LCA Tejas, Flight Operational Clearance (FOC) configuration requires higher thrust than the
intended engine requirement. This version cannot be integrated with the one developed under the
Kaveri Engine project, and a modified version is needed.
• The indigenous Kaveri engine project was launched in 1989.
6. In December 2021, the Civil Aviation Ministry announced a new 10-point Helicopter Policy
during the 3rd Helicopter Summit 2021 that was held at ______________.
1) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
2) Kolkata, West Bengal
3) Bangalore, Karnataka
4) Dehradun, Uttarakhand

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5) Pune, Maharashtra
Answer- 4) Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Civil Aviation has announced a New 10- point(Step) Helicopter
Policy at the 3rd Helicopter Summit 2021 – organised by FICCI , Ministry of Civil Aviation(MoCA) and
Pawan Hans Ltd. in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Theme of Summit - India@75: Expediting the Growth of Indian Helicopter Industry and Enhancing Air
Connectivity
i. The new policy removed all the charges levied on companies for landing Helicopters.
7. Which State surpassed Maharashtra to become India’s Top Manufacturing Hub as per the data
released by RBI in December 2021?
1) Karnataka
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Telangana
5) Gujarat
Answer- 5) Gujarat
Explanation:
In accordance with the data by RBI, Gujarat has surpassed Maharashtra to become India’s leading
manufacturing hub. It’s Gross Value Addition (GVA) in manufacturing grew 15.9% annually between
FY12 to FY20 to Rs 5.11 lakh crore.
i. India’s cumulative manufacturing GVA grew to Rs 16.9 lakh crore in FY20 stating an annual growth
rate of 9.7% since FY12.
ii. Karnataka posted the fastest growth in services GVA at 15.1% per annum. Maharashtra is still
India’s leading Service Sector provider.
8. Which Indian Organisation received the ‘Future Refrigeration India’ project named ‘INDEE+’ to
research on fuel transition in the seafood sector?
1) Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture
2) Central Institute of Fisheries Technology
3) National Fisheries Development Board
4) National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources
5) Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture
Answer- 2) Central Institute of Fisheries Technology
Explanation:
The Kochi based Indian Council for Agriculture Research (ICAR), Central Institute of Fisheries
Technology (CIFT) has been awarded a project on ‘Future Refrigeration India’ named ‘INDEE+’, aimed
at heading the fuel transition in the seafood sector.
• This project is coordinated by Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
i. ‘INDEE+’ is an umbrella project that covers several schemes supporting the Indian refrigeration & air-
conditioning sector in transition towards green technologies.

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9. The Badminton World Federation has named Viktor Axelsen from ____________ as Male Player of
the Year for 2021, while Taiwan’s ________________ was awarded with the Female Player of the Year
award.
1) Australia; Tai Tzu Ying
2) Switzerland; Chen Yufei
3) Switzerland; Tai Tzu Ying
4) Australia; Chen Yufei
5) Denmark; Tai Tzu Ying
Answer- 5) Denmark; Tai Tzu Ying
Explanation:
Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen and China’s Taipei’s Tai Tzu Ying were named Male and Female player of
the year 2021 respectively by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
i. Viktor Axelsen won the Olympic Gold medal in Men’s category, while Tai Tzu Ying won Silver medal in
the Olympic Women’s Badminton.
10. Name the Indian Small Finance Bank (SFB) that was under the Honorable Mentions in ‘Best
Bank for Women Entrepreneurs category’ in the 4th Global SME Finance Awards 2021.
1) Ujjivan SFB
2) AU SFB
3) Equitas SFB
4) Utkarsh SFB
5) ESAF SFB
Answer- 5) ESAF SFB
Explanation:
The 4th Global SME Finance Awards 2021, constituted by the United States (US)-based SME Finance
Forum, conferred Honorable mention in the Best Bank for Women Entrepreneurs category on the
Thrissur, Kerala (India) based ESAF Small Finance Bank (SFB) Limited.
About ESAF SFB:
Launched in 2017
MD & CEO - Kadambelil Paul Thomas
11. Identify the Indian American who got nominated for the ‘first Ciprian Foias Award in
Operator Theory’ from the American Mathematical Society (AMS).
1) C. S. Seshadri
2) Nikhil Srivastava
3) Manindra Agrawal
4) S. G. Dani
5) Chandrashekhar Khare
Answer- 2) Nikhil Srivastava
Explanation:
Indian-American Mathematician Nikhil Srivastava nominated the American Mathematical Society
(AMS) for the first Ciprian Foias Award in Operator Theory.
i. Along with Nikhil Srivastava, who teaches at the University of California, Berkeley, Adam Marcus
(Switzerland) and Daniel Spielman (United States)are the other two recipients.

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12. Name the Indian Cricketer who recently (in Dec’21) got appointed as the Brand Ambassador
of the fintech company - Kinara Capital.
1) Ravindra Jadeja
2) Cheteshwar Pujara
3) Suresh Raina
4) Rishabh Pant
5) KL Rahul
Answer- 1) Ravindra Jadeja
Explanation:
Bangalore based fintech - Kinara Capital signed Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, as its official brand
ambassador on the occasion of the company’s 10th anniversary. Kinara Capital provides loan service to
India’s MSMEs.
ENVIRONMENT
13. Where did scientists discover the Chocolate winged butterfly called ‘Zographetus
Dzonguensis’?
1) Jammu & Kashmir
2) Kerala
3) Sikkim
4) Tamil Nadu
5) Andaman & Nicobar
Answer- 3) Sikkim
Explanation:
Zographetus Dzonguensis, a new butterfly species, a indigenous Lepchas of Sikkim was found in the
Namprickdang area, Noom Panang Village in upper Dzongu, North District, Sikkim.
i. The team of researchers who discovered the species has proposed ‘Chocolate-bordered Flitter’ for its
chocolate coloured border around both the wings.
14. ‘Shikhar’, a mountaineering team scaled 2 unnamed mountains in Ladakh of over 6000 m
height & named one of them as ‘Norbu Wangdu Peak’. Shikar is a mountaineering team of which
armed force?
1) Indo-Tibetan Border Police
2) Border Security Force
3) National Disaster Response Force
4) Central Reserve Police Force
5) Assam Rifles
Answer- 1) Indo-Tibetan Border Police
Explanation:
Indo-Tibetan Border Police(ITBP)’s mountaineering team Shikhar scaled two unnamed 6000 meters
(m) high mountains in Eastern Ladakh and named one of them as ‘Norbu Wangdu Peak’(6,250 metres),
dedicated it to the late ITBP’s mountaineer & Head Constable, Nurbu Wangdus from Ladakh

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OBITUARY
15. In December 2021, Konijeti Rosaiah - former Governor of Tamil Nadu passed away.
Previously he served as the Chief Minister of which state?
1) Rajasthan
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Bihar
4) Gujarat
5) Andhra Pradesh
Answer- 5) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Konijeti Rosaiah, the former governor of Tamil Nadu(TN) and former Chief Minister(CM) of the Unified
State of Andhra Pradesh (AP) has passed away at the age of 88 in Hyderabad, Telangana.
• He served as the CM of the undivided AP from 2009 to 2010.
• He Served as the Governor of Tamil Nadu from 2011 to 2016.
16. American author Martin J Sherwin passed away in December 2021. When did he receive
Pulitzer Prize for his Biography - ‘American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert
Oppenheimer’?
1) 1995
2) 2006
3) 1999
4) 2012
5) 2017
Answer- 2) 2006
Explanation:
Martin J Sherwin, an American scholar of atomic weapons passed away in Washington, DC, The United
States of America(USA). He was born in New York, USA.
i. He won the 2006 Pulitzer Prize in Biography with Kai Bird for the book ‘American Prometheus: The
Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer’
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who authored the book “1971: Charge of the Gorkhas and Other Stories”?
1) Rachna Bisht Rawat
2) Rahul Singh
3) Shiv Aroor
4) Harbaksh Singh
5) K. C. Praval
Answer- 1) Rachna Bisht Rawat
Explanation:
A new book that unearths true stories of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, ’1971: Charge of the Gorkhas and Other
Stories’, written by Rachna Bisht Rawat, was released on 10th December 2021. It is published by
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IMPORTANT DAYS
18. When is the International Day of Banks annually observed across the globe by the United
Nations?
1) 8th December
2) 4th December
3) 6th December
4) 9th December
5) 5th December
Answer- 2) 4th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Day of Banks is annually observed across the globe on 4th
December to recognise the vital role of the banking systems in the UN Member States in contributing to
the improvement of their standard of living.
• 4th December 2021 marks the observance of the 2nd International Day of Banks.
STATE NEWS
19. ___________ became the 1st Indian State to launch Banadhikar App, a GPS-based mobile app for
demarcating forest ‘patta’ for the landless indigenous people under the Forest Rights Act, ______.
1) West Bengal; 2006
2) Tripura; 2006
3) Mizoram; 2006
4) Mizoram; 2011
5) Tripura; 2011
Answer- 2) Tripura; 2006
Explanation:
Union Minister Giriraj Singh, Ministry of Rural Development virtually launched the National Generic
Document Registration System (NGDRS) and Banadhikar App at the Tripura State Secretariat in
Agartala.
i. With this, Tripura became the first Indian state to introduce the Banadhikar App, a GPS-based mobile
application for the demarcation of forest ‘patta’ (land rights) for the landless indigenous people under
the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
20. Which state government recently (in Dec’21) signed 145 MoUs & Letters of Intent (LoIs) to
receive investments worth Rs 79,000 crore?
1) Gujarat
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Karnataka
4) Rajasthan
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 4) Rajasthan
Explanation:
The Rajasthan Government signed 145 MoUs & Letters of Intent (LoIs) worth over Rs 79,000 crore
during ‘Invest Rajasthan Roadshow- Exploring Investment Opportunities in Rajasthan’ in New Delhi.

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These include MoUs attracting proposed investments worth around Rs 69,000 crore and LoIs for
investments totaling worth Rs 10,099 crore.
CA STATIC GK
21. Where is Sepahijala Zoological Park located?

1) Tripura
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Karnataka
4) West Bengal
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 1) Tripura
Explanation:
Sepahijala Zoological Park is located in Tripura.
22. Name the Organisation that developed the indigenous Microprocessor called ‘SHAKTI’ using
Open-source
1) IISc Bangalore
2) C-DAC
3) IIT Bombay
4) NIT Warangal
5) IIT Madras
Answer- 5) IIT Madras
Explanation:
Under the aegis of Microprocessor Development Programme of MeitY, a power-pack indigenously
developed processors such as SHAKTI (by IIT Madras) and VEGA (by C-DAC) has been developed from
scratch using Open-Source Architecture.
23. What is the minimum amount stipulation for RTGS transactions (as of Oct’21)?
1) Rs. 2,00,000
2) Rs. 1,00,000
3) Rs. 50,000
4) Rs. 5,00,000
5) Rs. 10,00,000
Answer- 1) Rs. 2,00,000
Explanation:
The RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement ) system is primarily meant for large value transactions. The
minimum amount to be remitted through RTGS is ₹ 2,00,000/- with no upper or maximum ceiling.
24. NEFT is an Indian system of electronic transfer of money from one bank or bank branch to
another. In the acronym ‘NEFT’, T stands for _______ .
1) Terms
2) Trade
3) Tax
4) Transfer
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Answer- 4) Transfer
Explanation:
National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) is an Indian system of electronic transfer of money from
one bank or bank branch to another.
25. Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited (BRBNMPL) is established by the RBI in
which year?
1) 2008
2) 2002
3) 1995
4) 1975
5) 1949
Answer- 3) 1995
Explanation:
Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited (BRBNMPL) was established by Reserve Bank of
India (RBI) as its wholly owned subsidiary in 1995.
26. ‘Heikru Hidongba’ (Boat Race Festival) is annually celebrated in which state?
1) Assam
2) Mizoram
3) Meghalaya
4) Manipur
Answer- 4) Manipur
Explanation:
Heikru Hidongba (Boat Race Festival) belongs to Manipur. The festival is celebrated every year on the
11th day of the Meetei lunar month, Langban, which corresponds to the month of September in the
Gregorian calendar.
27. Bile Juice is secreted by ________ .

1) Liver
2) Gallbladder
3) Pancreas
4) Kidney
5) Rectum
Answer- 1) Liver
Explanation:
Bile or Gall is a dark green to yellowish brown digestive fluid produced by the liver. It is stored and
concentrated in the gallbladder.
28. Which is the 1st state to implement the GST?

1) Gujarat
2) West Bengal
3) Sikkim
4) Assam
5) New Delhi

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Answer- 4) Assam
Explanation:
Assam was the 1st state to implement the GST (Goods and Services Tax).
29. What is the Death benefit provided under “Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima
Yojana(PMJJBY)”?
1) Rs. 1 lakh
2) Rs. 2 lakh
3) Rs. 5 lakh
4) Rs. 10 lakh
5) Rs. 20 lakh
Answer- 2) Rs. 2 lakh
Explanation:
The Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) is a yearly renewable term insurance policy
launched by the central government of India. In case of the death of the insurance holder, the death
benefit of Rs 2 lakh is offered by the PMJJBY to the nominee of the policy.
30. Identify the ‘Indus Valley’ site which was believed to be the World's oldest dockyard.
1) Dholavira
2) Lothal
3) Rakhigarhi
4) Harappa
5) Banawali
Answer- 2) Lothal
Explanation:
Lothal was one of the southernmost cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. The world's oldest
dockyard was discovered at Lothal.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Narendra Modi inaugurated a thought leadership forum on FinTech called ‘Infinity Forum’ (in
Dec’21) that was hosted by which Organization?
1) Reserve Bank of India
2) Securities & Exchange Board of India
3) International Financial Services Centers Authority
4) Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority
5) Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Answer- 3) International Financial Services Centers Authority
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a thought leadership forum on FinTech called ‘Infinity
Forum’ that was hosted by International Financial Services Centers Authority (IFSCA), under the aegis
of the Government of India in collaboration with GIFT City and Bloomberg.
Theme: The Forum focused on the theme of ‘Beyond’ with various sub-themes.
About International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA):
Headquarters – Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Chairperson – Injeti Srinivas
2. Which Organization signed a MoU (in Dec’21) with National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) to
promote the production of medicinal plants?
1) National Botanical Research Institute
2) National Chemical Laboratory
3) Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology
4) Central Institute of medicinal and Aromatic Plants
5) National Institute of Science, Technology And Development Studies
Answer- 4) Central Institute of medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Explanation:
The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), under the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy,
Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homoeopathy signed a MoU with the Council of Scientific and Industrial
Research-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, (CSIR-CIMAP), lucknow to collaborate in
promoting the production of Quality Planting Material (QPM) of medicinal plants.
About CSIR-CIMAP:
Established- 1959
Director– Dr. Prabodh Kumar Trivedi
Headquarters– Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3. In December 2021, Union Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar addressed

the _________ Indian Ocean Conference at ___________.
1) 4 ; Riyadh
th
2) 5th; Abu Dhabi

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3) 3 ; Riyadh
rd
4) 5 ; Gujarat
th
5) 2 ; Abu Dhabi
nd
Answer- 2) 5th; Abu Dhabi

Explanation:
The Union Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Ministry of External Affairs (EAM) addressed the 5th
Indian Ocean Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• The theme of the conference was ‘Indian Ocean: Ecology, Economy, Epidemic’.
• The Conference is chaired by Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa & Vice Chairs are
S.Jaishankar, Vivian Balakrishnan, Sayyid Badr Bin Hamad Bin Hamoud Al Busaidi.
4. Which Organization Finance leaders set the Guidelines for ‘Central Bank Digital Currency’
(CBDC) in December 2021?
1) G20
2) G7
3) BRICS
4) SAARC
5) ASEAN
Answer- 2) G7
Explanation:
G7 (Group of Seven) advanced economies’ central banks have been working to set common standards
toward issuing ‘Central Bank Digital Currency’ (CBDC).
• As per the statement of G7, any CBDC issued by a central bank should not harm the bank’s ability to
fulfill its mandate on monetary and financial stability, and also should meet the standards.
About G7:
Members – The G7 is an inter-governmental political forum consisting of 7 members (Canada, France,
Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States)
2021 Presidency – United Kingdom
BANKING AND FINANCE
5. In December 2021, Which Bank launched PNB Pride-CRMD module - an android- app for
differently-abled employees?
1) Bank of Baroda
3) Bank of India
Explanation:
Punjab National Bank (PNB) launched PNB Pride-CRMD module tool, an android-based application for
differently-abled employees to monitor and effectively follow up with the special mention account
(SMA) borrowers.
Under SMA accounts, the stressed loans are recognized early to enable banks to initiate timely actions to
prevent such borrowers from converting into Non-Performing Assets (NPAs)

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6. Name the company that was partnered (in Dec’21) with the Amazon Web Services (AWS) to
offer Startup Toolkits for Entrepreneurs.
1) PhonePe
2) Paytm
3) GPay
4) PayPal
5) BHIM
Answer- 2) Paytm
Explanation:
Paytm has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer Paytm Startup Toolkit with exclusive
payment services to early-stage Indian startups.
• Paytm will help entrepreneurs to grow businesses with payment, distribution, and growth
solutions who are operating in India in the AWS Activate.
About Paytm Group:
Founder & CEO – Vijay Shekhar Sharma
Headquarters – Noida, Uttar Pradesh
7. Which company recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘Activ Health Essential’ a new affordable health
solution plan for senior citizens?
1) Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Ltd
2) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Co. Ltd.
3) Cholamandalam General Insurance Co. Ltd
4) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Co. Ltd.
5) Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Co. Ltd.
Answer- 1) Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Ltd
Explanation:
Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Ltd. (ABHICL), the health insurance subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital
Limited (ABCL) has launched a new affordable health solution plan named ‘Activ Health Essential’ to
meet the special health needs of senior citizens.
About Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Ltd. (ABHICL):
Establishment – 2015
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra CEO
Whole Time Director – Mayank Bathwal
8. Which Bank launched Revised Mobile Banking App ‘mPay Delight’ (in Dec’21) to enable the
public to make various payments?
1) Mizoram Rural Bank
2) Tripura Gramin Bank
3) Tamil Nadu Grama Bank
4) Jammu & Kashmir Bank
5) Punjab Gramin Bank
Answer- 4) Jammu & Kashmir Bank
Explanation:
R K Chhibber, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) Bank launched its
revised and refurbished mobile banking app named ‘J&K Bank mPAY – Delight’ for the public.
The app was initially launched (soft launch) in July 2021.

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9. Who won the Presidential election of Gambia for the second term in December 2021?
1) Samia Suluhu
2) Adama Barrow
3) John Magufuli
4) Denis Sassou NGuesso
5) Pascal Lissouba
Answer- 2) Adama Barrow
Explanation:
The President of Gambia, Adama Barrow, won the second term as President during Gambia’s
presidential election by achieving over 53% votes from 50 of 53 constituencies. He defeated his main
challenger Ousainou Darboe who won 27.7% of the vote.
The results of the election were declared by Electoral Commission Chairman Alieu Momarr Njai.
10. The government expanded the Steering Committee for Advancing Local Value-Add and
Exports (SCALE committee) by adding _____ new members & SCALE Committee was formed under
_______________.
1) 5; Ministry of Home Affairs
2) 3; Ministry of Commerce and Industry
3) 5; Ministry of Finance
4) 3; Ministry of Home Affairs
5) 2; Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Answer- 2) 3; Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation:
The government has expanded the Steering Committee for Advancing Local Value-Add and Exports
(SCALE committee) by adding three new members from different industries.
• The SCALE Committee is formed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, working closely with
the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under Ministry’s guidance.
11. Who was appointed as the Chairperson of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in
December 2021?
1) Sukhbir Singh Sandhu
2) R.K Pandey
3) Asheesh Sharma
4) Alka Upadhyaya
5) Deepak Kumar
Answer- 4) Alka Upadhyaya
Explanation:
Alka Upadhyaya, IAS officer appointed as Chairperson of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) by the Government of India.
i. Sanjay Bandopadhyay, AS, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), has been appointed
as the Chairman of the Inland Waterways Authority of India.
ii. Sundeep Kumar Nayak has been appointed as Director-General, National Productivity Council,
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12. Name the Indian Cricketer who was Appointed as the Unix Brand Ambassador in December
2021.
1) KL Rahul
2) Ravindra Jadeja
3) Jasprit Bumrah
4) Hardik Pandey
5) Rohit Sharma
Answer- 3) Jasprit Bumrah
Explanation:
Unix, an Indian Mobile Accessories manufacturing brand, has signed Indian Cricket Fast Bowler Jasprit
Bumrah as its Brand Ambassador to increase visibility of their products.
About UNIX:
Established – 2006
Headquartered – Mumbai (Manufacturing facility – Gujarat)
13. Name the 1st survey Vessel project was launched (in Dec’21) for the Indian Navy by Garden
Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Limited in West Bengal.
1) Nirdeshak
2) Samudrakhoj
3) Jalprahar
4) Samudrayaan
5) Sandhayak
Answer- 5) Sandhayak
Explanation:
Sandhayak, the 1st of the four Survey Vessels (Large) Project being built for the Indian Navy (IN) was
launched in Hooghly River of Kolkata, West Bengal (WB) in the presence of Minister of State (MoS) Ajay
Bhatt, Ministry of Defence (MoD).
i. These Vessels have been designed and developed by Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU),
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Limited on the concept of ‘Integrated Construction’.
ii. It was launched by Smt Pushpa Bhatt, spouse of Ajay Bhatt, by chanting invocation from Atharva
Veda. It is a Naval Maritime Tradition of launching new vessels.
SPORTS
14. Which country won the 2021 Men’s FIH Hockey Junior World Cup at the Kalinga Stadium in
Bhubaneswar, Odisha?
1) Netherland
2) Argentina
3) France
4) Germany
5) Egypt
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Explanation:
Argentina junior men’s hockey team defeated Germany by 4-2 in the final of the 2021 Men’s FIH Hockey
Junior World Cup (WC) or 12th edition of the Men’s FIH Hockey Junior WC to clinch their second
Junior Men’s Hockey WC title at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
This biennial Men’s under-21 field hockey world championship was organized by the International
Hockey Federation (FIH).
Best Player of the Tournament: Timothée Clément (FRANCE)
Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament: Anton Brinckman (GERMANY).
15. Who won the Inaugural edition of Saudi Grand Prix (GP) at Jeddah in December 2021?
1) Fernando Alonso
2) Sebastian Vettel
3) Max Verstappen
4) Lewis Hamilton
5) Michael Schumacher
Answer- 4) Lewis Hamilton
Explanation:
Mercedes Driver Lewis Hamilton won the Inaugural edition of Saudi Arabian Grand Prix (GP), by
surpassing Max Verstappen in the event held at the 30-kilometer (18.6-mile) coastal resort area in
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
About Lewis Hamilton:
i. He won his 1st World Driver’s Championship in 2008.
ii. Records – Most F1 wins (102), only driver to have won 100 F1 races.
16. Who was recently (in Dec’21) appointed as the ambassador for the 1st edition of the Saudi
Grand Prix?
1) Max Mosley
2) Alexander Wurz
3) Lando Norris
4) Reema Juffali
5) Nico Roseberg
Answer- 4) Reema Juffali
Explanation:
Reema Juffali, has been appointed as an ambassador for the first edition of the Saudi Grand Prix, under
the Formula 1 (F1) World Championship
• Reema Juffali is the 1st Female F1 driver of Saudi Arabia.
About Federation Internationale de l’ Automobile (FIA):
President – Jean Todt
Headquarters – Paris, France
OBITUARY
17. Padma Shri awardee Vinod Dua passed away recently (in Dec’21) at Delhi. What was his
profession?
1) Singer
2) Scientist

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3) Director
4) Journalist
5) Actor
Answer- 4) Journalist
Explanation:
Senior journalist Vinod Dua passed away at the age of 67 years in Delhi’s Hospital.
i. He became the 1st electronic media journalist to receive the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism
Award in 1996.
ii. Awards: Padma Shri for Journalism in 2008. RedInk Award for his lifetime achievement in journalism
(2017)
18. Padma Bhushan awardee M. Sarada Menon passed away recently (in Dec’21). What was her
profession?
1) Journalist
2) Singer
3) Actor
4) Author
5) Doctor
Answer- 5) Doctor
Explanation:
Padma Bhushan Dr Mamballaikalathil Sarada Menon, India’s 1st woman Psychiatrist & the longest-
serving head of the Institute of Mental Health has passed away in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
She was honoured with Padma Bhushan in 1992 for social works.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
19. In December 2021, Who launched the book, ‘The Midway Battle: Modi’s Roller-coaster Second
Term’ authored by Gautam Chintamani?
1) Narendra Modi
2) Ram Nath Kovind
3) Amit Shah
4) M. Venkaiah Naidu
5) Rajnath Singh
Answer- 4) M. Venkaiah Naidu
Explanation:
The Vice President (VP) M. Venkaiah Naidu launched a book titled ‘The Midway Battle: Modi’s
Roller-coaster Second Term’ authored by Gautam Chintamani at Upa-Rashtrapati Nivas, New Delhi.
i. It marks the second tenure of the current Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi.
ii. The VP M Venkaiah Naidu launched ‘Public Service Ethics- A Quest for Naitik Bharat’ authored by
Prabhat Kumar, former Governor of Jharkhand & former Cabinet Secretary at Upa-Rashtrapati Nivas,
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20. World Soil Day is annually observed across the globe by the UN on___________.
1) 1st December
2) 3rd December
3) 5th December
4) 2nd December
5) 4th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s World Soil Day(WSD) is annually observed across the globe on December
5th to highlight the importance of healthy soil and to advocate the sustainable management of soil
resources.
i. The World Soil Day 2021 & the 2021 campaign “Halt soil salinization, boost soil productivity”.
ii. The first WSD was observed on 5th December 2014.
21. The International Volunteer Day is annually observed across the globe by the UN on?
1) 6th December
2) 3rd December
3) 5th December
4) 2nd December
5) 7th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Volunteer Day(IVD) is annually observed across the globe on
5th December to create awareness about the important contribution of volunteer service and
encourage more people to offer their service as volunteers.
i. The theme of International Volunteer Day 2021 is “Volunteer now for our common future”.
ii. The first ever International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development was observed on 5th
December 1986.
22. What are points that are correct with respect to the Mahaparinirvan Diwas?
A) Every year Mahaparinirvan Diwas observed across India on 2nd December to mark the Birth
anniversary of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.
B) 2021 marks the observance of the 65th Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
C) Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution of
Independent India.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
Every year Mahaparinirvan Diwas observed across India on 6th December to mark the death
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i. 6th December 2021 marks the observance of the 65th Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
ii. Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was chairman Drafting committee of the Constitution of independent
India.
23. What is the theme of the 10th World Spine Day that was annually observed across the Globe
on 16th October?
1) Straighten Up and Move
2) Your Back in Action
3) Get Spine Active
4) Back2Back
5) Love Your Spine
Answer- 4) Back2Back
Explanation:
World Spine Day is annually observed across the globe on October 16th with the theme of 2021’s
World Spine Day campaign is ‘BACK2BACK’ which reflects the need to reset and refocus on spinal pain
and disability as part of the global burden of disease.
• The 16th October 2021 marked the celebration of the 10th World Spine Day.
24. Which of the following countries & India observed the Maitri Diwas on 6 December 2021?
th
1) Nepal
2) Bangladesh
3) Bhutan
4) Afghanistan
5) Sri Lanka
Answer- 2) Bangladesh
Explanation:
India and Bangladesh will jointly observe Maitri Diwas/Divas or friendship day on December 6 in New
Delhi (India) and Dhaka (Bangladesh). 6th December, 2021 marks the 1st Maitri Diwas of India &
Bangladesh.
i. It was decided to commemorate 6 December as Maitri Diwas when Prime Minister (PM) Narendra
Modi attended the 50th National Day of Bangladesh on 26 March 2021.
ii. India had recognised Bangladesh on 6 December 1971 & it was one of the first countries to establish
bilateral diplomatic ties with Bangladesh
CA STATIC GK
25. In which of the following states did the Konyak tribal group founded?
1) Karnataka
2) Punjab
3) Odisha
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Nagaland
Answer- 5) Nagaland
Explanation:
The Konyak are one of the major Naga ethnic groups, they inhabit the Mon District—also known as
‘The Land of ‘The Anghs’.

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The Anghs/Wangs are their traditional chiefs whom they hold in high esteem. Facial tattoos were
earned for taking an enemy’s head.
26. Which of the following rights was described by DR. B.R. Ambedkar as heart and soul of
constitution?
1) Rights to Freedom of Religion
2) Right to Equality
3) Right to constitutional remedies
4) Right to Education
5) Right to Property
Answer- 3) Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation:
Right to constitutional remedies was the heart and soul of the constitution by DR. B.R. Ambedkar.
27. According to the report titled 'Reckoning with the US role in Global Ocean Plastic Waste,
which country is the Biggest Plastic Polluter?
1) India
2) China
3) United State of America
4) South Korea
5) Japan
Answer- 3) United State of America
Explanation:
The United States is the biggest contributor to global plastic waste in the world, according to the report
titled 'Reckoning with the US role in Global Ocean Plastic Waste report to tackle the growing crisis.
On average, every American generates 130 kilograms (286 pounds) of plastic waste per year, with South
Korea next on the list at 88 kilos per year.
28. Council of Scientific & Industrial Research–Indian Institute of Petroleum to produce bio-jet
fuel has been formally approved for use on military aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Where
is CSIR-IIP located?
1) Patna, Bihar
3) Dispur, Assam
4) Noida, Uttar Pradesh
5) Jaipur, Rajasthan
Answer- 2) Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) is one of the leading constituent laboratories of the Council of
Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
29. The Hornbill Festival is celebrated in which of the following states?

1) Manipur
2) Assam
3) Nagaland
4) Tripura

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5) Madhya Pradesh
Answer- 3) Nagaland
Explanation:
The Hornbill Festival is a celebration held every year from 1 to 10 December, in Nagaland, Northeast
India. It is also called the 'Festival of Festivals'.
30. According to the Ministry of MSME, nearly 25,000 MSMEs registered for PM Modi’s MSME
certification scheme Zero Defect, Zero Effect (ZED). Who is the Union Ministry of MSME?
1) Dharmendra Pradhan
2) Pralhad Joshi
3) Virendra Kumar
4) Narayan Tatu Rane
5) Parshottam Rupala
Answer- 4) Narayan Tatu Rane
Explanation:
About Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises:
Minister – Narayan Tatu Rane (Rajya Sabha, Maharashtra)
Minister of State- Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma (Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh)



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1. Which Ministry launched the Swachhata Start-Up & Swachh Technology Challenge for
Entrepreneurial Skills in the Waste Management Sector?
2) Ministry of Home Affairs
4) Ministry of Rural Development
Answer- 3) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Explanation:
Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 (SBM-U 2.0), the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
launched Swachh Technology Challenge for Entrepreneurial Skills in Waste Management Sector that can
be further utilised by the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in implementing various components of SBM-U 2.0.
• MoHUA will also launch the Swachhata Start-Up Challenge in collaboration with France’s
AgenceFrançaise de Développement (AFD). It will be an extension to the Swachh Technology
Challenge in January 2022.
2. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 21st India-Russia Annual Summit?
A) During the summit both countries' Ministries hold their 1st 2 + 2 Defence Ministry level
Dialogue in New Delhi.
B) Both Nations renewed the military-technical cooperation agreement for another 10 years till
2031 & also signed the deal for Manufacture of AK-203 assault rifles.
C) India & Russia signed 28 MoU’s & set a target of bilateral trade worth 30 billion Dollars by
2025.
1) All A, B & C
2) Only A
3) Only B
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
During the summit both Ministries held the 1st 2 + 2 Dialogue & the meeting of the Intergovernmental
commission on Military & Military-Technical cooperation.
i. Both Nations renewed the military-technical cooperation agreement for another 10years till 2031 &
also signed the deal for Manufacture of AK-203 assault rifles.
ii. India & Russia signed 28 MoU’s & set a target of bilateral trade worth 30 billion Dollars by 2025.
3. In December 2021, the Ministry of Environment Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) declared
the Kazhuveli wetland as the 16th Bird Sanctuary of Which State?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Karnataka
4) Telangana

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5) Kerala
Answer- 2) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
The Kazhuveli wetland situated in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu has been declared as the 16th
Bird Sanctuary by the Minister of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the sanctuary
lies adjacent to the Bay of Bengal along the East coast of Tamil Nadu.
• The declaration was made under subsection (1) of section 18 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act,
1972.
• The Kazhuveli wetlands is referred to as the 2nd largest Brackish Water Lake in South India, only
after Pulicat lake.
4. The Centre for Science and Environment & ____________ released a report ‘Waste-wise Cities: Best
practises in municipal solid waste management’ that documented the best practises in solid
waste management from 28 cities in 15 states of India.
1) Swachh Bharat Mission
2) National Development Council
3) National Mission for Clean Ganga
4) NITI Aayog
5) Central Pollution Control Board
Answer- 4) NITI Aayog
Explanation:
National Institute for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog and Centre for Science and Environment (CSE)
released a Report titled ‘Waste-wise Cities: Best practises in municipal solid waste management’, a
comprehensive knowledge on India’s solid waste management.
• The Report documents best practises of solid waste management from 28 cities in 15 states of
India.
About NITI (National Institute for Transforming India) Aayog:
Chairperson – Prime Minister of India (Currently – Narendra Modi)
Established – 1st January 2015
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
5. Which Ministry launched the ‘Shreshtha Yojna’ & National Fellowship Management and
Grievance Redressal Portal at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi?
4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer- 4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Explanation:
The Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment (SJE), Dr Virendra Kumar launched the
‘Shreshtha Yojna’ and National Fellowship Management and Grievance Redressal Portal at Dr
Ambedkar International Center, New Delhi campus on the occasion of the Mahaparinirvana Diwas
2021.
• The Shreshtha Yojana will support the socio-economic upliftment and overall development of the
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• The Fellowship Management & Grievance redressal Portal software aims to enable an area-
based development approach.
6. The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs signed an MoU with ________ India (in Dec’21) to
strengthen the waste management sector in India for 5 years under the Swachh Bharat Mission-
Urban 2.0.
1)World Bank
2) AIIB
3) UNEP
4) ADB
5) UNDP
Answer- 5) UNDP
Explanation:
The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) India has signed a MoU to strengthen the waste management sector in India for 5years (2021-
26) under the Swachh Bharat Mission- Urban 2.0 (SBM-U 2.0).
• The MoHUA – UNDP model will also utilize digital enablers like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and
Machine Learning to digitize the waste flow and streamline activities in the Swachhata Kendras.
7. As per the report ‘Top 100 arms-producing & military services companies, 2020’ by SIPRI,
India’s HAL, Indian Ordnance Factories & ___________ ranks among the top 100 manufacturers
globally while US’s Lockheed Martin Corp tops.
1) Boeing India Pvt Ltd
2) Electronics Corporation of India Ltd
3) Bharat Electronics Limited
4) BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd
5) Airnetz Aviation Pvt Ltd
Answer- 3) Bharat Electronics Limited
Explanation:
As per the report of Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) titled ‘Top 100 arms-
producing and military services companies, 2020’, 3 Indian defence manufactures companies such as
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Indian Ordnance Factories, and Bharat Electronics Limited
(BEL) ranks among the top 100 manufacturers globally.
• Out of the top 100 Arms Manufacturing Companies, Companies from India contribute 1.2 percent
of total arms sales of companies in the SIPRI Top 100 for 2020.
BANKING AND FINANCE
8. Which company launched the 1st certified tokenization service for the NPCI Tokenization
system (in Dec’21) to support tokenization of RuPay cards?
1) PayPhi
2) Cashfree
3) Paytm
4) Paypal

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5) Razorpay
Answer- 1) PayPhi
Explanation:
PayPhi launched the first certified tokenization service for NTS supporting tokenization of RuPay cards
on the lines of the guidelines issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in September 2021 regarding
tokenization of cards during online transactions, NPCI announced the launch of NPCI Tokenization
system (NTS).
About National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI):
Establishment– 2008
MD & CEO– Dilip Asbe
Headquarter– Mumbai, Maharashtra
9. In December 2021, RBI Imposed restriction on which bank to limit the withdrawals to upto Rs.
10,000 for customers?
1) Punjab & Maharashtra Co-operative Bank
2) Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd
3) Ahmednagar Merchant's Co-operative Bank Ltd
4) Nagar Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd
5) Saraswat Cooperative Bank Ltd
Answer- 4) Nagar Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed several restrictions on Nagar Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd,
Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, including restriction on withdrawals upto Rs. 10,000 for customers.
• RBI has issued the directions in the exercise of powers vested in it under subsection (1) of Section
35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949
for six months.
10. The Ministry of Finance announced ___________ Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) were
installed across India by the end of __________ 2021.
1) 2.13 Lakhs; November
2) 1.50 Lakhs; September
3) 2.05 Lakhs; November
4) 2.13 Lakhs; September
5) 2.05 Lakhs; August
Answer- 4) 2.13; September
Explanation:
The Finance Ministry announced that around 2.13 Lakhs Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) have
been installed across India by the end of September 2021.
Out of 2.13 lakh ATMs, 4% of ATMs are installed in rural & semi-urban areas.
11. Which Small Finance Bank partnered with Indiagold to launch India’s 1st Loan against Digital
Gold (in Dec’21)?
1) Utkarsh SFB
2) Shivalik SFB
3) ESAF SFB
4) Ujjivan SFB

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5) Equitas SFB
Answer- 2) Shivalik SFB
Explanation:
Shivalik Small Finance Bank (SSFB) signed a partnership agreement with fintech firm, Indiagold to
launch India’s first Loan against Digital Gold to provide access to secure and affordable credit to the
customers looking for quick liquidity against their gold assets.
About Shivalik Small Finance Bank (SSFB):
MD & CEO- Suveer Kumar Gupta
Headquarters- Noida, Uttar Pradesh
12. Which Bank partnered with Flipkart to offer Instant Overdraft Facility of up to 25 Lakh to
sellers registered on Flipkart?
1) IndusInd Bank
2) IDBI Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) ICICI Bank
Answer- 5) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
ICICI Bank partnered with Flipkart, an e-commerce platform, to offer an instant and digital overdraft
(OD) facility of up to 25 Lakh to individual sellers and businesses registered on Flipkart.
About ICICI Bank:
MD & CEO – Sandeep Bakhshi
Establishment – 1955 (Incorporated in 1994)
13. Which Bank selected Intellect Design Arena Limited for its Digital Wealth Transformation in
December 2021?
1) ICICI Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) IndusInd Bank
5) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
State Bank of India(SBI) has selected Intellect Design Arena Limited (Intellect Design) ‘s Intellect
Wealth Qube, a Digital Wealth Management suite, for its digital wealth management transformation
agenda.
• SBI chose Intellect’s digital wealth, contextual and composable platform to accelerate business
expansion and improve operational efficiencies through Straight-through Processing (STP).

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14. Who became the 1st female president of Honduras in the Presidential election of Honduras in
December 2021?
1) Samia Suluhu Hassan
2) Vjosa Osmani
3) Xiomara Castro
4) Nasry Asfura
5) Jeanine Áñez
Answer- 3) Xiomara Castro
Explanation:
Iris Xiomara Castro Sarmiento, a presidential candidate, won the Presidential election of Honduras,
after defeating her close competitor, Nasry Asfura in the General Election. She will succeed previous
President Juan Orlando Hernandez.
• With this victory, Xiomara Castro became the 1st female president of Honduras.
About Honduras:
Capital- Tegucigalpa
Currency- Honduran Lempira
Continent- North America
15. In December 2021, __________ was appointed as the MD & CEO of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank for
_______.
1) Ittira Davis; 5 Years
2) Nitin Chugh; 3 years
3) Umesh Bellur; 4 Years
4) Ittira Davis; 3 Years
5) Nitin Chugh; 4 Years
Answer- 4) Ittira Davis; 3 Years
Explanation:
The Board of Directors of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) appointed Ittira Davis as the Managing
Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a period of 3 years .Ittira Davis is succeeded by
former MD and CEO Nitin Chugh.
• The bank has also appointed Rajesh Kumar Jogi, Harish Devarajan and Umesh Bellur as
additional directors.
About Ujjivan Small Finance Bank:
SPORTS
16. What are the points that are correct with respect to the T20 Series 2021?
A) The Indian Cricket Team won all the 3 match T20 series against New Zealand that was held in
India.
B) New Zealands’ Glenn Phillips surpassed India’s Rohit Sharma to become the top run-scorer in
the T20 Internationals format.
C) India’s Rohit Sharma won the Player of the Series for scoring 159-runs from the 3 matches.

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1)Only A
2) Only B
3) Only A & B
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 4) Only A & C
Explanation:
The Indian Cricket Team won the 3 match T20 series against the New Zealand team.
i. New Zealands’ Martin Guptill surpassed India’s Virat Kohli to become the top run-scorer in the T20
Internationals format.
ii. Rohit Sharma won the Player of the Series for scoring 159-runs from the 3 matches.
17. During the Test match series, Ravichandran Ashwin became the ______ Indian to take 300
wickets at home for India & __________ created history in Test Cricket by taking all 10 wickets in a
single innings.
1) 3rd; Axar Patel
2) 1st ; Ajaz Patel
3) 2nd; Tim Southee
4) 3rd; Tim Southee
5) 2nd; Ajaz Patel
Answer- 5) 2nd; Ajaz Patel
Explanation:
Ravichandran Ashwin becomes the 2nd Indian to take 300 wickets at home for India while Anil
Kumble, with 350 wickets, has the highest wickets at home for India.
i. Ajaz Patel created history by taking all 10-wickets of Indian players in the 1st innings which was
played at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium.
ii. Shreyas Iyer becomes 1st Indian to score a Century & a Half-century on Test debut with 105-runs on
Day 2 to become the 16th Indian to score a century on Test debut.
18. Which country won the Davis Cup Finals 2021, an international Men's Team Tennis event?
1) Spain
2) Great Britain
3) France
4) Sweden
5) Russia
Answer- 5) Russia
Explanation:
The 2021 Davis Cup Finals title was clinched by Russia after defeating Croatia. It was Russia’s third
Davis Cup title after 2002 and 2006. Russia won for the 1st time in 15 Years after its last victory in 2006.
• Andrey Andreyevich Rublev was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament.
• Davis Cup is an international team event in men’s tennis. The women’s equivalent of the Davis Cup
is the Billie Jean King Cup. It is conducted by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).

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19. Who won Silver Medal in HSBC Badminton World Federation World Tour Finals 2021 where
South Korea’s An Se Young won Gold?
1) Tai Tzu-ying
2) Nozomi Okuhara
3) Carolina Marin
4) PV Sindhu
5) Saina Nehwal
Answer- 4) PV Sindhu
Explanation:
Indian Shuttler PV Sindhu won the silver at the 2021 Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour
Finals, officially known as the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2021 while An Se Young of South Korea
won the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2021 Women’s Singles title defeating PV Sindhu.
• The 2021 HSBC BWF World Tour Finals was held from 1st to 5th December 2021 in Bali,
Indonesia.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
20. ‘At Home In The Universe’ is the autobiography of ______________.

1) Arundhati Roy
2) Nadia Owusu
3) B K Madhur
4) Aravind Adiga
5) Jhumpa Lahiri
Answer- 3) B K Madhur
Explanation:
An autobiography titled ‘At Home In The Universe’ by Bala Krishna Madhur was released by R.C.
Sinha, IAS (Rtd), advisor to the Ministry of Road Development in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
The book is the autobiography of B K Madhur, a former Chief Executive Officer at DHFL Property
Services Ltd, and one of the key personalities in establishing Dewan Housing.
IMPORTANT DAYS
21. International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD) is annually observed across the globe by the UN on?
1) 8th December
2) 6th December
3) 4th December
4) 7th December
5) 5th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Civil Aviation Day(ICAD) is annually observed across the globe
on December 7th and the day marks the signing of the Chicago Convention, on 7th December 1944, to
promote peaceful global air navigation.
• The theme of ICAD 2020 – 2023 will be “Advancing Innovation for Global Aviation
Development”.

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• ICAO observed the first ever International Civil Aviation Day on 7th December 1994 as a part of its
50th Anniversary.
22. Armed Forces Flag Day is annually observed across India on?
1) 4th December
2) 8th December
3) 6th December
4) 5th December
5) 7th December
Explanation:
Armed Forces Flag Day is annually observed across India on 7th December to honour the martyrs and
the armed force personnel who fought and continue to fight to protect the honour of the country.
• On 28th August 1949, a committee set up under the then Defence Minister Baldev Singh decided to
observe the Flag day annually on 7th December and 1949 marks the 1st ever observance of Armed
Forces Flag day.
• Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF) was instituted in 1993, by the amalgamation of the following
into one fund named as “Armed Forces Flag Day Fund”.
CA STATIC GK
23. In which year India’s 1st ATM was introduced by HSBC?

1) 1967
2) 1969
3) 1987
4) 1976
5) 1992
Answer- 3) 1987
Explanation:
First ATM in India was introduced by HSBC in 1987
The first ATM was launched by Barclays Bank in 1967 in London.
24. In which state Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is located?

1) Rajasthan
2) Madhya pradesh
3) Manipur
4) Maharashtra
5) Kerala
Explanation:
The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is a wildlife sanctuary in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra
state in India.
25. Which of the following articles deal with the administrative tribunals in India?
1) Article 323 B
2) Article 330

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3) Article 326
4) Article 323 A
5) Article 325
Answer- 4) Article 323 A
Explanation:
The Part XIV-A of the Constitution of India entitled as ‘Tribunals’ consists of only two Articles–Article
323 A dealing with administrative tribunals and Article 323 B dealing with tribunals for other matters.
26. Mount Semeru volcano is located in which country?

1) Maldives
2) Ethiopia
3) Indonesia
4) Japan
5) Philippines
Answer- 3) Indonesia
Explanation:
Semeru, or Mount Semeru (Indonesian: Gunung Semeru), is an active volcano in East Java, Indonesia. It
is located in a subduction zone, where the Indo-Australian plate subducts under the Eurasia plate.
It is the highest mountain on the island of Java.
27. Where is the Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) Karnataka
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Kerala
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Telangana
Explanation:
About Tamil Nadu:
Wildlife Sanctuary- Gangaikondan Spotted Deer Sanctuary, Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary, Nellai
Wildlife Sanctuary
Festival– Chithirai Thiruvizha, Karthigai Deepam
28. Which of the following straits is the longest in the world?

1) Strait of Gibraltar
2) Palk Strait
3) Strait of Hormuz
4) Strait of Malacca
5) Straits of Florida
Answer- 4) Strait of Malacca
Explanation:
The Strait of Malacca is the longest strait in the world. The Strait of Malacca or Straits of Malacca is a
narrow stretch of water, 580 mi in length, between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of
Sumatra.

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29. PM Narendra Modi presented an artistic Agate Bowls gift to Russian President Vladimir Putin
during the latter's visit to India. Agate Bowls Manufactured predominantly in which City of
India?
1) Patiala, Punjab
2) Mysuru, Karnataka
3) Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
4) Khambhat, Gujarat
5) Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Answer- 4) Khambhat, Gujarat
Explanation:
Agate is hard semi-precious stones made in Gujarat's Khambhat which are used as a gemstone in
ornaments.
30. The Minister of State for Finance announced the 1.43 crore Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts
opened in the country over a period of two years & seven months since 1st April 2018. Which
state has opened maximum Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts?
1) Maharashtra
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Karnataka
Answer- 4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh, the country's most populous state is currently holding the top spot as more than four
lakh SSY accounts were opened there during 2020-21 which was followed by Tamil Nadu and
Maharashtra. Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka occupy the next two places in terms of the number of
beneficiaries.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which Ministry organized ‘Digital Payment Utsav’ (in Dec’21) at the India Habitat Centre in
New Delhi?
3) Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
4) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
5)Ministry of Cooperation
Answer- 4) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Explanation:
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organized ‘Digital Payment Utsav’ at
the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, Delhi as a part of the ‘Azadi Ka Digital Mahotsav’.
• The Union Minister launched various initiatives viz. unveiling of the DIGIDHAN logo, launch of an
awareness campaign called Digital Payments Sandesh Yatra with digital payments anthem titled
‘Chutki Baja ke’.
2. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Launch of Innovative Solutions in
Digital Payment Utsav?
A) During the Digital Payment Utsav event Axis Bank launched Rupay-on-the-Go Contactless
Solution in Collaboration with NPCI.
B) Union Bank announced an android-based SOFTPOS mobile app for Point of Sales which will
further cause digital payment adoption.
C) Yes Bank launches YES Prosperity Rewards Plus credit card on Payment Platform in
partnership with NPCI.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5 Only B & C
Answer- 5 Only B & C
Explanation:
During the Digital Payment Utsav event City Union Bank launched Rupay-on-the-Go Contactless
Solution in Collaboration with NPCI.
• Union Bank announced an android-based SOFTPOS mobile app for Point of Sales to the cause of
digital payment adoption.
• Yes Bank launches YES Prosperity Rewards Plus credit card on Payment Platform in partnership
with NPCI.
3. In December 2021, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Fertiliser Plant, AIIMS & ICMR centre
worth Rs 10,000 crore in which state ?
1) Rajasthan
2) Himachal Pradesh
3) Uttar Pradesh

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4) Jharkhand
5) Punjab
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated several development projects worth Rs 10,000 crore in Uttar Pradesh.
The Project includes the Fertiliser Plant, AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), & a new
building of the regional centre of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in Gorakhpur, Uttar
Pradesh (UP).
About Uttar Pradesh:
Chief Minister – Yogi Adityanath
RAMSAR Sites – Sur Sarovar, Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary
Bird Sanctuary – Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary, Lakh-Bahosi Bird Sanctuary
4. Which Organisation’s Permanent Mission of India signed a tripartite MoU with CTIL & the CTEI
(in Dec’21) to provide research & capacity-building in international trade law?
1) International Civil Aviation Organization
2) World Trade Organisation
3) United Nation Development Programme
5) World Bank
Answer- 2) World Trade Organisation
Explanation:
The Permanent Mission of India (PMI) to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Centre for Trade and
Investment Law (CTIL) & the Centre for Trade and Economic Integration (CTEI) signed a tripartite MoU
to collaborate towards research & capacity-building in the field of international trade law and policy.
• It was signed by India’s Ambassador & PMI to the WTO Brajendra Navnit, Prof. James J.
Nedumpara, Head, CTIL, and Prof. Joost Pauwelyn, Professor of International Law at The Graduate
Institute.
5. Which organization launched the ‘e-Sawaari India Electric Bus Coalition’ along with
Convergence Energy Service Ltd & World Resources Institute India in December 2021 to
accelerate the e- bus services in India?
1) National Small Industries Corporation
2) Central Electricity Authority
4) NITI Aayog
5) Bureau of Energy Efficiency
Explanation:
The National Institution of Transforming India (NITI) Aayog launched the ‘e-Sawaari India Electric
Bus Coalition’ in partnership with Convergence Energy Service Ltd (CESL) and World Resources
Institute, India (WRI India) and with the support from Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative
(TUMI).
• The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of NITI Aayog has launched a Digi-book titled “Innovations for
You”.

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• The 1st edition of the digi-book covered 45 health tech startups. These start-ups were incubated
at the Atal Incubation Centers across India.
6. What are the points that are correct with respect to the ‘World Inequality Report 2022’
released by Paris-based World Inequality Lab?
A) India stands out as a poor & very unequal country, the top 1% of the population hold 22% of
the total national income in 2021 and India’s top 10% holds 57% of income.
B) India’s female labour income share is equal to 57% which is higher than the average in Asia.
C) Europe has the lowest inequality levels while Middle East & North Africa (MENA) are the most
unequal regions in the world.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only A & C
Explanation:
India stands out as a poor and very unequal country , the top 1% of the population hold 22% of the
total national income in 2021 and India’s top 10% holds 57% of income.
i. The female labour income share is equal to 18% which is significantly lower than the average in Asia.
ii. Europe has the lowest inequality levels while Middle East & North Africa (MENA) are the most
unequal regions in the world.
7. As per the Lowy Institute ‘Asia Power Index 2021’, India Ranked as _____ most powerful country
out of 26 countries, while ______ tops the index.
1) 3rd; Japan
2) 4th; China
3) 2nd; United States
4) 3rd; China
5) 4th; United States
Answer- 5) 4th; United States
Explanation:
As per the Lowy Institute Asia Power Index 2021, India Ranked 4th most powerful country out of 26
countries while the US tops the Index.
i. India finishes in 4th place in four measures such as economic capability, military capability, resilience
and cultural influence.
ii. India ranks 3rd in the future resources measure, behind only the United States and China.
BANKING AND FINANCE
8. Which Bank signed a MoU with Liberty General Insurance (in Dec’21) to Boost Insurance
Penetration?
1) Assam Gramin Vikash Bank
2) Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank

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3) Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank
4) Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank
5) Telangana Grameena Bank
Answer- 3) Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank
Explanation:
Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank (KVGB) signed a MoU with Liberty General Insurance to sell general
insurance products through the 629 branches of KVGB & it will boost insurance penetration in
Karnataka.
About Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank (KVGB):
Chairman – P Gopi Krishna
Headquartered-Dharwad, Karnataka
9. As per the ‘Fitch Ratings’, India GDP growth is estimated to reach __________ in FY22.
1) 8.4%
2) 8.2%
3) 8.6%
4) 8.3%
5) 8.5%
Answer- 1) 8.4%
Explanation:
Fitch Ratings slashed India’s economic growth forecast in the financial year (FY22) to 8.4 % and raised
the growth projection to 10.3 percent for FY23.
About Fitch Ratings:
President – Ian Linnell
10. Abu Dhabi Chemicals Derivatives Company RSC Ltd (TA’ZIZ) & Reliance Industries Ltd formed
a joint venture for a $2 billion chemical production facility in _________.
1) United Arab Emirates
2) Jordan
3) Saudi Arabia
4) Iran
5) Kuwait
Answer- 1) United Arab Emirates
Explanation:
India Based Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) partnered with Abu Dhabi Chemicals Derivatives Company
RSC Ltd (TA’ZIZ) to form the new chemical production Joint Venture (JV) named “TA’ZIZ EDC & PVC” in
the TA’ZIZ Industrial Chemicals Zone in Ruwais, UAE (United Arab Emirates). Both companies will
invest more than $2 billion in a chemical production facility.
• The JV will construct and operate a chlor-alkali, ethylene dichloride (EDC) & polyvinyl chloride
(PVC) production unit.
• These chemicals will be produced for the 1st time in the UAE and It is also RIL’s first investment in
the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region.

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11. Nilmani Phookan Jr won ______ Jnanpith award & __________ won the 57th Jnanpith award for
their outstanding contribution to literature.
1) 58th; Damodar Mauzo
2) 54th; Akkitham Narayanan
3) 56th; Damodar Mauzo
4) 58th; Akkitham Narayanan
5) 56th; Balamani Amma
Answer- 3) 56th; Damodar Mauzo
Explanation:
Assamese poet Nilmani Phookan Jr & Konkani novelist Damodar Mauzo won the 56th & 57th
Jnanpith award for their outstanding contribution to literature.
i. Damodar Mauzo is the second awardee of Jnanpith Award for a Konkani writer. The first being
Ravindra Kelekar in 2006.
ii. Phookan is the third Assamese writer to receive the Jnanpith. The previous awardees were Birendra
Kumar Bhattacharya in 1979 and Mamoni Raisom Goswami in 2000 & he also won the Padma Shri
award.
12. Who won the 2021 Women’s Tennis Association Player of the Year Award for the 2nd Time?
1) Garbiñe Muguruza
2) Simona Halep
3) Naomi Osaka
4) Ashleigh Barty
5) Serena Williams
Answer- 4) Ashleigh Barty
Explanation:
Australian professional tennis player, Ashleigh Barty, has won the 2021 WTA Player of the Year Award
for the 2nd Time, previously she won the WTA Player of the year in 2019.
Winners of the 2021 WTA Awards:
Category Winner
WTA Player of the Year Ashleigh Barty(Australia)
WTA Doubles Team of the Year Barbora Krejcikova (Czech Republic)
Katerina Siniakova (Czech Republic)
WTA Most Improved Player of the Year Barbora Krejcikova (Czech Republic)
WTA Newcomer of the Year Emma Raducanu(United Kingdom)
WTA Comeback Player of the Year Carla Suárez Navarro(Spain)
13. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 18th Edition of Forbes’ list of the
World’s 100 Most Powerful Women?
A) Union Minister, Smriti Zubin Irani was ranked 27th & Nykaa’s founder and CEO, Falguni Nayar
was ranked 88th on the list.
B) Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technology was ranked 52nd & Kiran Mazumdar-
Shaw, executive chairperson & founder of Biocon was ranked 72nd

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C) MacKenzie Scott topped the Forbes’ list of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women followed by
Kamala Harris.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
Finance Minister of India, Nirmala Sitharaman has ranked 37th & Nykaa’s founder and CEO, Falguni
Nayar was ranked 88th on the list.
i. Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of the HCL Technology was ranked 52nd & Kiran Mazumdar-
Shaw, executive chairperson and founder of Biocon was ranked 72nd
ii. MacKenzie Scott topped the Forbes’ list of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women followed by
Kamala Harris.
14. President Ram Nath Kovind Presented ‘President’s Standard’ to the Indian Navy’s ______________.
1) Operation Polo
2) No. 51 Squadron
3) Operation Vijay
4) 22nd Missile Vessel Squadron
5) No. 26 Squadron
Answer- 4) 22nd Missile Vessel Squadron
Explanation:
Ram Nath Kovind, President of India, presented the ‘President’s Standard’ to the 22nd Missile Vessel
Squadron of the Indian Navy, which is also known as the Killer Squadron at the ceremonial parade
held at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• The 22nd Missile Vessel Squadron carreid out the ‘Operation Trident’ and bombed the Pakistan’s
Karachi Port during the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
15. Who recently (in Dec’21) joined the board of advisers for the International Institute for
Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA)?
1) A K Joti
2) Sushil Chandra
3) Nasim Zaidi
4) Sunil Arora
5) Om Prakash Rawat
Answer- 4) Sunil Arora
Explanation:
The former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sunil Arora has joined the board of advisers for the
International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA), a Stockholm based organization.
Note- Sushil Chandra is the current & 24th Chief Election Commissioner of India, who also chairs
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16. Which country recently (in Dec’21) tested fire the Vertically Launched Short Range Surface to
Air Missile to overcome the various aerial threats?
1) Japan
2) China
3) Pakistan
4) Israel
5) India
Answer- 5) India
Explanation:
India successfully test-fired the Vertically Launched Short Range Surface to Air Missile (VL-SRSAM)
from Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur off the coast of Odisha for neutralising various aerial
threats at close ranges, including sea-skimming targets.
• The VL-SRSAM is indigenously designed and developed by Defence Research and Development
Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Navy.
About VL-SRSAM:
Operational range – 40 km (25 miles)
Launch Platform – Surface ship
Used by – Indian Navy.
17. In which aircraft India tested the air version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile from
the integrated test range of Chandipur, Odisha?
1) Sukhoi Su-57
2) Mikoyan MiG-29K
3) Sukhoi 30 MK-I
4) Dassault Mirage 2000
5) HAL Tejas MK-2
Answer- 3) Sukhoi 30 MK-I
Explanation:
India successfully test-fired the air version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile from the
integrated test range of Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha.
• The air version of the missile was test-fired from supersonic fighter aircraft Sukhoi 30 MK-I.
About Defence Research and development Organisation (DRDO):
Chairman – G Satheesh Reddy
18. In December 2021, Which organisation launched the Laser Communications Relay
Demonstration & UVSC Pathfinder from Florida, United States?
1) Blue Origin
2) SpaceX
3) NASA
4) Boeing
5) JAXA
Answer- 3) NASA

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Explanation:
NASA launched the new Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) and the U.S. Naval
Research Laboratory Ultraviolet Spectro-Coronagraph (UVSC) Pathfinder from Cape Canaveral Space
Force Station, Florida, United States.
• Indian-origin physician Anil Menon, a lieutenant colonel at the US Air Force, has been selected as
one of the 10 candidates of NASA’s 2021 Astronaut Candidate Class.
OBITUARY
19. Padma Shri awardee Nanda Kishore Prusty passed away recently (in Dec’21). In which field
did he get the Padma shri award?
1) Education
2) Art
3) Literature
4) Social Service
5) Sports
Answer- 1) Education
Explanation:
Padma Shri awardee, who is a well known teacher from Odisha, Nanda Kishore Prusty (Nanda Sir),
passed away at Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• He was conferred with the Padma Shri award for his contributions in the field of education in
2021.
IMPORTANT DAYS
20. 8th December is observed as ______ SAARC Charter Day 2021?

1) 34th
2) 37th
3) 39th
4) 42nd
5) 36th
Answer- 2) 37th
Explanation:
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Charter Day is annually observed on
December 8th to mark the signing of the SAARC Charter in 1985 that established the regional group –
SAARC.
• The 8th December 2021 marks the observance of the 37th SAARC Charter Day.
About South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC):
SAARC Chairmanship– Nepal
Secretary General– H.E Mr. Esala Ruwan Weerakoon (Sri Lanka)
Secretariat– Kathmandu, Nepal
21. The 261st Army Service Corps Raising Day is celebrated on?
1) 6th December 2021

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Answer- 5) 8th December 2021
Explanation:
Army Service Corps (ASC), the oldest and the largest administrative service in the Indian Army,
celebrates the 261st ASC Raising Day on 8th December, 2021.
• The ASC was established by the East India Company (EIC) in 1760 as a part of the administrative
components of the EIC’s armies in the Bombay, Madras and Bengal Presidencies.
CA STATIC GK
22. Which of the following goods was granted Geographical Indication (GI) Status?
1) Sohrai Khovar Painting
2) Gorakhpur Terracotta
3) Khola Chilli
4) Mizo Puanchei
5) All the above
Answer- 5) All the above
Explanation:
Sohrai Khovar Painting of Jharkhand, Gorakhpur Terracotta of Uttar Pradesh ,Khola Chilli of Goa, Mizo
Puanchei of Mizoram are Geographical Indication (GI) Tag.
23. ‘Broad- based Trade & Investment Agreement (BTIA)’ is a negotiation held between India &
____________.
1) World Bank
2) European Union
3) Shanghai Cooperation Organization
4) Organization for economics Cooperation & Development
5) Gulf Cooperation Council
Answer- 2) European Union
Explanation:
‘Broad- based Trade & Investment Agreement (BTIA)’ is a negotiation held between India & the
European Union.
Note- In Oct 2021, Indian Government officials have revealed that India and the European Union (EU)
are set to resume negotiations for a Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA). The BTIA talks
have been suspended since 2013.
24. Who is the Custodian of the Constitution of India?

1) Speaker of Lok Shaba
2) Prime Minister
3) The President
4) The Supreme Court of India
5) Vice-President
Answer- 4) The Supreme Court of India

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Explanation:
The Supreme Court is the custodian of the Constitution of India and the higher judiciary has played a
crucial role in supporting the separation of powers, an important feature of our democracy.
25. Who is the 23rd Chief Election Commissioner of India?

1) Harishankar Brahma
2) KVK Sundaram
3) Sunil Arora
4) Sukumar Sen
5) Sushil Chandra
Answer- 3) Sunil Arora
Explanation:
Sunil Arora was the 23rd CEC of India and held the office from December 2 ,2018 to April 12, 2021.
• He had joined the organization as the Election Commissioner of India on September 1, 2017.
26. Which of the following is related to the Shekatkar Committee?

1) Reform in Agriculture Sectors
2) Reforms in Armed Forces
3) Reforms in MSME Sectors
4) Reforms in the Judicial System
5) Reforms in Trade Sectors
Answer- 2) Reforms in Armed Forces
Explanation:
The mandate of the Committee was ‘to suggest measures to enhance combat capability and rebalance
defence expenditure of the armed forces’.
i. The Shekatkar Committee was formed in 2015 by the then Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar.
ii. The Committee was chaired by Lt General D B Shekatkar (Retd.).
27. The Archaeological Survey of India is an attached office of which of the following Ministries?
1) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
3) Ministry of Tourism
4) Ministry of Culture
Answer- 4) Ministry of Culture
Explanation:
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an Indian government agency attached to the Ministry of
Culture that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of
cultural monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861.
28. Chief Economic Advisor Krishnamurthy Subramanian has announced that he is stepping
down from the post after completing his three-year tenure. Who is the principal economic
advisor in the Union Finance Ministry 2021?
1) Raghuram Rajan
2) Arvind Subramanian
3) Surjit Bhalla

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4) Sanjeev Sanyal
5) Amartya Sen
Answer- 4) Sanjeev Sanyal
Explanation:
Sanjeev Sanyal is an Indian economist and popular historian. Currently, he is the Principal Economic
Adviser in the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
29. Where is the Defence Services Staff College located?

1) Rajasthan
2) New Delhi
3) Kerala
4) Tamil Nadu
5) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
The Defence Services Staff College is a defence service training institution of the Ministry of Defence of
the Republic of India located in Wellington, Tamil Nadu. It was founded in 1905.
• It trains officers of all three services of the Indian Armed Forces – (Indian Military Service, Indian
Naval Service, Indian Airforce Service).
30. Central government debt is estimated at about 62% of GDP for this fiscal year and it is
capable of repaying its liabilities. What is the base year for calculating India's GDP?
1) 2019-20
2) 2011-12
3) 2004-05
4) 2017-18
5) 2010-11
Answer- 2) 2011-12
Explanation:
The base year for India's GDP calculation is 2011-12. The Ministry of Statistics and Programme
Implementation (MOSPI)wants to revise it for 2017-18.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Cabinet Approval in December 2021?
A) The continuation of Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) till March 2024 to
complete the 2.95 Crore houses in rural areas.
B) Ken-Betwa inter-linking of rivers project was approved by the cabinet with an outlay of Rs
44,605 crore which benefited the states of Uttar Pradesh & Madhya Pradesh.
C) Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) was launched in 2016 & previously
known as Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY).
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only B
Explanation:
The continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana Gramin (PMAY-G) till March 2024 to complete the
2.95 Crore houses in rural areas.
i. Funding & implementation of the Ken-Betwa inter-linking of rivers project was approved by the
cabinet with an outlay of Rs 44,605 crore at 2020-21 price levels.
ii. Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana Gramin (PMAY-G) was launched in 2016 & previously known as Indira
Awaas Yojana (IAY).
2. The 11th Edition of Joint Military Exercise “EKUVERIN” was conducted (in Dec’21) between
India & which country?
1) Indonesia
2) Russia
3) Australia
4) Maldives
5) Sri Lanka
Answer- 4) Maldives
Explanation:
The 11th edition of joint military exercise EKUVERIN between India & Maldives was scheduled to be
held at Kadhdhoo Island, Maldives in December 06 to 19, 2021.
• The exercise has been conducted since 2009.
• In 2019, the exercise was organised at Aundh Military Station in Pune, Maharashtra.
About Maldives:
Capital – Male
President – Ibrahim Mohamed Solih
Currency – Rufiyaa

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3. What are the points that are correct with respect to the recent (in Dec’21) launches made by
Union Minister Giriraj Singh?
A) Released the “Localization of Sustainable Development Goals through Panchayati Raj
Institutions” report was prepared by an Expert Group constituted by the Ministry of Panchayati
Raj.
B) The Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) dashboard was launched to monitor the
progress of GPDP in various Gram panchayats.
C) Training Management Portal was launched to provide training & capacity building programs
for the Elected representatives of Panchayati Raj institutions.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Localization of Sustainable Development Goals through Panchayati Raj Institutions report was
prepared by an Expert Group constituted by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
i. The Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) dashboard was launched to monitor the progress of
GPDP in various Gram panchayats.
ii. The Training Management Portal was launched by the Ministry Panchayati Raj to provide training
& capacity building programs for the Elected representatives of Panchayati Raj institutions.
4. Which company launched ‘Startup Innovation Challenge’ along with Invest India (in Dec’21) to
develop solutions in 5G, IoT for Startups?
1) Vodafone Group
2) BSNL
3) Bharti Airtel
4) Jio Reliance
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 3) Bharti Airtel
Explanation:
Bharti Airtel (Airtel) and Invest India, National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency jointly
launched ‘Airtel India Startup Innovation Challenge’ for Startups to develop solutions in 5G, IoT.
• Under the Startup Innovation Challenge, early-stage technology companies are being invited to
demonstrate differentiated solutions in areas such as 5G, Cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT)
and digital entertainment.
BANKING AND FINANCE
5. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy of
FY21-22?
A) The projection for real GDP growth is retained at 7.8 % in 2021-22 & Reverse Repo Rate will
remain unchanged at 4.25 percent.
B) The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation is projected at 5.3 percent in 2021-22 with 5.1
percent in Q3 and 5.7 percent in Q4.

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C) RBI launched UPI-based payment products for feature phone users in order to deepen digital
payments.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
The projection for real GDP growth is retained at 9.5 percent in 2021-22 & bank rate will remain
unchanged at 4.25 percent.
i. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation is projected at 5.3 percent in 2021-22 with 5.1 percent in
Q3 and 5.7 percent in Q4.
ii. RBI is planning to launch UPI-based payment products for feature phone users in order to deepen
digital payments.
6. Which of the following policy rates is wrongly matched with respect to the 5th Bi-Monthly
Monetary Policy of FY 21-22 released by RBI?
1) Policy Repo Rate - 4.00%
2) Reverse Repo Rate - 3.35%
3) Bank Rate - 3.25%
4) Statutory Liquidity Ratio - 18%
5) All the above
Answer- 3) Bank Rate - 3.25%
Explanation:
Category Rates
Policy Repo Rate 4.00%
Reverse Repo Rate 3.35%
Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate 4.25%
Bank Rate 4.25%
Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) 4.00%
Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) 18.00%
7. Which company launched ‘Nivesh Bima’ Life Insurance Plan (in Dec’21) to provide guaranteed
money back at every 5th policy year?
1) HDFC Life Insurance
2) Exide Life Insurance
3) Aviva Life Insurance
4) Max Life Insurance
5) Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance
Answer- 3) Aviva Life Insurance
Explanation:
Aviva Life Insurance has announced the launch of Aviva Nivesh Bima. This is a non-linked, non-
participating, individual savings life insurance plan that provides guaranteed money back at every fifth
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• It also offers features such as fixed benefit pay-out on maturity or death, limited premium paying
term, and an option to enhance the coverage through an add-on accidental death benefit, along with
tax benefits.
About Aviva Life Insurance:
Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director– Amit Malik
Headquarter– Gurugram, Haryana
8. Which Bank was tied up with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch its
first credit card on card payment network RuPay in December 2021?
2) Bank of Baroda
4) Indian Bank
Answer- 5) Bank of Maharashtra
Explanation:
Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) has tied up with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to
launch its 1st credit card on card payment network RuPay, named ‘BOM Platinum RuPay Contactless
Credit Card’.
• The benefits of the credit card include reward points for every Rs 100 spent, fuel surcharge and the
card also has card liability cover wherein customers will have zero liability post reporting of fraud.
9. Who topped Fortune India’s most powerful women List 2021?

1) Smriti Zubin Irani
2) Nita Ambani
3) Suchitra Ella
4) Nirmala Sitharaman
5) Soumya Swaminathan
Answer- 4) Nirmala Sitharaman
Explanation:
Fortune India released the list of most powerful women in India in 2021 in which Union Minister
Nirmala Sitharaman , Ministry of Finance & Ministry of Corporate Affairs ranked 1st.
Rank Name Position
1 Nirmala Sitharaman Union Ministry, Ministry of Finance
2 Nita Ambani Reliance Foundation Chairperson and Goodwill Ambassador
3 Soumya Swaminathan Chief Scientist, World Health Organization (WHO)
10. In December 2021, Disney BYJU’s Early Learn App Signed ________ & PV Sindhu as Brand
Ambassadors for 2 Years.
1) Neeraj Chopra
2) Lovlina Borgohain

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3) Ravi Kumar Dahiya
4) Bajrang Punia
5) Mirabai Chanu
Answer- 1) Neeraj Chopra
Explanation:
BYJU’S announced a 2 year partnership with Olympic medalists Neeraj Chopra and PV Sindhu as the
brand ambassadors for Disney BYJU’S Early Learn app.
Disney BYJU’s Early Learn App:
Launched – 2019
Run by – Think And Learn Private Limited
11. Who succeeded Angela Merkel to become the new Chancellor of Germany?
1) Helmut Kohl
2) Olaf Scholz
3) Gerhard Schröder
4) Pedro Sánchez
5) Rishi Sunak
Answer- 2) Olaf Scholz
Explanation:
The Parliament of Germany has appointed Olaf Scholz as the 9th post-World War II Chancellor of
Germany succeeding Angela Dorothea Merkel who retired from her services after 16 years (since
2005) of tenure as Chancellor.
• The ceremony for the same took place at the Chancellery in Berlin, Germany.
About Germany:
Capital– Berlin
Currency– Euro
12. In December 2021, Which country launched a Model of Hypersonic Weapon Prototype called
‘Hycore’ through an animated video?
1) South Korea
2) Japan
3) China
4) Russia
5) Israel
Answer- 1) South Korea
Explanation:
The Agency for Defence Development (ADD) under South Korea’s Ministry of Defence has launched a
model of a Hypersonic Weapon Prototype named ‘Hycore’ through an animated video. Its testing is
expected to begin in 2022.
• Hycore is a ground-launched cruise missile with two-stage solid-fueled rocket and scramjet engine.
Note- India is working on hypersonic missile technology. In June 2019 and September 2020, India
successfully tested its hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle, which speeds at mach 6.

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13. Which Organisation launched the IXPE X-ray space telescope (in Dec’21) to conduct research
on black holes?
1) JAXA
2) Blue Origin
3) European Space Agency
4) OneWeb
5) NASA
Answer- 5) NASA
Explanation:
NASA launched its new Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) X-ray space telescope to unlock the
secrets of extreme cosmic objects.
i. It was launched into orbit by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
United State(US).
ii. The project is a collaboration between NASA and the Italian Space Agency.
SPORTS
14. India won _______ medals in the 4th Asian Youth Para Games (AYPG) that was held in Riffa,
Bahrain.
1) 50
2) 41
3) 26
4) 29
5) 32
Answer- 2) 41
Explanation:
India claimed 41 medals, with 12 gold, 15 silver, and 14 bronze, at the 4th Asian Youth Para Games
(AYPG), Asia’s biggest event that was held in Riffa, Bahrain.
• The event is organized by the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of Bahrain.
About Asian Paralympic Committee:
President – Majid Rashed
Headquarters – Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
OBITUARY
15. General Bipin Rawat passed away in December 2021. In which Year did he take office as
India’s 1st Chief Defence Staff?
1) 2020
2) 2015
3) 2018
4) 2017
5) 2019
Answer- 5) 2019
Explanation:
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Indian Armed Force General Bipin Rawat, India’s most senior defence
official, died in an IAF Mi17 V5 helicopter crash near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu.

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• He was appointed as India’s 1st Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) in 2019 who served till death, and
previously served as the Chief of the Indian Army since December 2016.
IMPORTANT DAYS
16. What is the theme of International Anti-Corruption Day is annually observed ON 9th
December across the globe by the UN?
1) Recover with Integrity to Build Forward Better
2) Take action - Lead the change - Be the change
3) United against corruption for development, peace and security
4) Your right, your role: say no to corruption
5) Break the corruption chain
Answer- 4) Your right, your role: say no to corruption
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on 9th December
to raise awareness of corruption and of the role of the UN convention on combating and presenting
corruption.
• Theme of 2021 – “Your right, your role: say no to corruption”.
• The UNGA declared 9th December as International Anti-Corruption Day in 2003.
17. International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and
of the Prevention of this Crime is annually observed by the UN on?
1) 6th December
2) 8th December
3) 10th December
4) 7th December
5) 9th December
Explanation:
The International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the
Prevention of this Crime is annually observed on 9th December.
• 2021 marks the 73rd anniversary of the adoption of the 1948 ‘Genocide Convention’ by the
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This was the 1st Human Rights Treaty adopted by the
UNGA.
STATE NEWS
18. Which State launched the ‘Milk Price Incentive Scheme‘ (in Dec’21) to provide incentives to
benefit over 53,000 people?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Gujarat
4) Karnataka
5) Uttarakhand

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Explanation:
The CM of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the ‘Milk Price Incentive Scheme‘ in
Dehradun.
• The scheme is aimed to provide incentives benefiting around 53,000 people of Uttarakhand.
About Uttarakhand:
Stadium– Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun
Airport– Jolly Grant Airport, Pantnagar Airport
CA STATIC GK
19. Which city will host the 5th edition of the Asian Youth Para Games in 2025?
1) Jakarta, Indonesia
2) Tashkent, Uzbekistan
3) Hangzhou, China
4) Nagoya, Japan
5) Doha, Qatar
Answer- 2) Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Explanation:
The 5th edition of the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 will be hosted by Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
20. What is the retirement age for India’s Chief of Defence Staff (as of Dec’21) ?
1) 60 years
2) 68 years
3) 62 years
4) 65 years
5) 63 years
Answer- 4) 65 years
Explanation:
Under the Army (Amendment Rules) 2019, The defence ministry has amended rules to allow the Chief
of Defence Staff to serve up to a maximum age limit of 65 years in 2019.
• CDS can serve till the age of 65 & the all three Armed Service Chiefs have a tenure of 3-years or 62
years of age, whichever is earlier.
21. Where is the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) located?

1) Vienna, Austria
2) Rome, Italy
3) Geneva, Switzerland
4) London, United Kingdom
5) Paris, France
Answer- 1) Vienna, Austria
Explanation:
About UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC):
Director-General – Ghada Fathi Waly (Egypt)
Headquarters – Vienna, Austria

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22. Which is the Largest Milk Producing State in India as of 2021?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Kerala
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Punjab
5) Gujarat
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh is the highest milk producing state in India contributing around 18% to the total milk
production, followed by Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Punjab.
Note- India is the World’s largest Milk Producer & the dairy sector accounts for 4.2% of the National
Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
23. Which state celebrated the Lachit Divas on 24th November to mark the birth anniversary of
the legendary Ahom army general Lachit Borphukan?
1) Assam
2) Manipur
3) Tripura
4) West Bengal
5) Nagaland
Answer- 1) Assam
Explanation:
Lachit Divas (Lachit Day) is celebrated annually in the Indian state of Assam on November 24, to mark
the birth anniversary of the legendary Ahom army general Lachit Borphukan.
• Lachit Borphukan is known for his military intelligence in the Battle of Saraighat.
24. When was the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana launched?
1) 2014
2) 2000
3) 2002
4) 2005
5) 2012
Answer- 2) 2000
Explanation:
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), was launched by the Govt. of India to provide
connectivity to unconnected Habitations as part of a poverty reduction strategy. It was launched on 25th
December, 2000.
25. Which of the following terms were added to the Preamble of the constitution of India by the
Constitutional Amendment, 1976?
A) Socialist
B) Secular
C) Fraternity
D) Integrity
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C

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3) Only B & D
4) Only A, B & D
5) All A, B , C & D
Answer- 4) Only A, B & D
Explanation:
The preamble was modified under the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, Three new words
Socialist, Secular, and Integrity were added.
26. Where is Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) Telangana
2) Kerala
3) Tamil Nadu
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Karnataka
Explanation:
Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and an elephant reserve situated in Andhra
Pradesh, India.
• This Sanctuary comes under Project elephant - a country-wide Elephant Conservation Project taken
up by the Government of India.
Note- It is the only sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh with a population of Asian elephants.
27. When was the 1st Law Commission of Independent India Established?
1) 2000
2) 1997
3) 1955
4) 1993
5) 1950
Answer- 3) 1955
Explanation:
The first Law Commission of independent India was established in 1955 for a three-year term. Since
then, 21 Commissions have been established.
28. Which of the following Fort was known to early Europeans as the Gibraltar of the East?
1) Jaisalmer Fort
2) Golconda Fort
3) Raigad Fort
4) Gwalior Fort
5) Amber Fort
Answer- 3) Raigad Fort
Explanation:
Raigad is a hill fort situated in the Raigad district, Maharashtra.
• The British Gazette states the fort was known to early Europeans as the Gibraltar of the East.

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29. The Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) is an umbrella scheme under which Ministry?
2) Ministry of Power
3) Ministry of Tourism
5) Ministry of Culture
Answer- 5) Ministry of Culture
Explanation:
Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) is an umbrella scheme under the Ministry of Culture for the
promotion of art and culture in the country. It is a central sector scheme.
30. When was the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence founded?

1) 1953
2) 1957
3) 1950
4) 1947
5) 1949
Answer- 2) 1957
Explanation:
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence is an Indian intelligence agency. It is India's apex anti-smuggling
intelligence, investigations and operations agency & it was founded on 4 December 1957.

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1. What are the points that are correct with respect to the India Skills Report 2022 released by
Wheebox?
A) Kerala retained the top position with the states with the Highest employable talent &
Gandhinagar, Gujart topped the position in City with Highest Employability.
B) The overall youth employability among test takers of the Wheebox National Employability
Test stood at 48.7 percent which is higher than 2021.
C) The theme of ISR 2022 is “Post-COVID landscape of Talent Demand and Supply”
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 2) Only B
Explanation:
Maharashtra retained the top position in the list of states with the Highest Employability talent
followed by Uttar Pradesh & Pune, Maharashtra topped the position in City with Highest
Employability.
i. The overall youth employability among test takers of the Wheebox National Employability Test
stood at 48.7 percent which is higher than 2021.
ii.The theme of ISR 2022 is ‘Reengineering Education and Skilling-Building for the Future of Work’.
2. Which organisation released 2 Reports titled ‘Reports on current status on Country level &
district level emergency and injury care in India’ in December 2021?
1) Central Bureau of Health Intelligence
2) Indian Council of Medical Research
3) Codex India
4) NITI Aayog
5) World Health Organization
Explanation:
NITI Aayog released two comprehensive reports titled – Reports on current status on Country level
(secondary & tertiary level) and district level emergency and injury care in India.’
i.These studies were carried out by the department of Emergency Medicine, Jai Prakash Narayan Apex
Trauma Centre, AIIMS, New Delhi in collaboration with NITI Aayog.
ii.These studies assessed the prevailing status of 100 emergency and injury care centres in government
and private hospitals of 28 States and 2 Union Territories of India and 34 District Hospitals.
3. Which company launched ‘Atmanirbhar Hastshilpkar Scheme’ (in Dec’21) to the grass-root
Artisans of the North Eastern region?
1) Industrial Finance Corporation of India
2) Assam Financial Corporation
3) Srei Equipment Finance Limited

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4) North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd
5) India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd
Answer- 4) North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd
Explanation:
The North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (NEDFi), a premier financial institution in the
North-Eastern (NE) Region, has introduced a new scheme named Atmanirbhar Hastshilpkar Scheme
to the grass-root Artisans of the NE region under the Ministry of Doner (Development of NE Region).
About North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (NEDFi):
Headquarters – Guwahati, Assam
Chairman and Managing Director – PVSLN Murty
4. What are the points that are correct with respect to the “World Malaria Report 2021” by WHO?
A) There are about 14 million more malaria cases in 2020 compared to 2019.
B) India accounts for 1.7 percent of malaria deaths in 2020 & India was the only high-burden
country to have sustained a reduction in the disease burden.
C) In 2021, China & El Salvador were certified as malaria – free countries by the WHO.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
There are about 14 million malaria more cases in 2020 compared to 2019.
i.India accounts for 1.7 percent of malaria deaths in 2020 & India was the only high-burden country to
have sustained a reduction in the disease burden.
ii.In 2021, China and El Salvador were certified as malaria – free countries by the World Health
Organization.
5. In December 2021, __________ granted Observer Status to International Solar Alliance (ISA), a
joint initiative of India & ______ launched in _____.
1) UNGA; France; 2015
2) World Bank; China; 2016
3) UNGA; Russia; 2015
4) ADB; China; 2016
5) World Bank; Russia; 2014
Answer- 1) UNGA; France; 2015
Explanation:
The UN General Assembly conferred Observer Status on the International Solar Alliance in December
based on the UNGA’s Sixth Committee report.
i.The ISA was jointly launched by India & France in 2015 during the 21st session of the United Nations
Climate Change COP-21 to promote solar energy among countries.
ii.ISA Headquarters in Gurugram, Haryana (India) & nearly 80 countries have signed and ratified the
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6. Which country assumed the Chairmanship of Council of Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of
Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) for a 1 year term?
1) Pakistan
2) China
3) India
4) Russia
5) Uzbekistan
Answer- 3) India
Explanation:
India assumed the Chairmanship of Council of Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of Shanghai
Cooperation Organization (RATS SCO) for 1 year from October 28, 2021.
• The seminar is the 1st event to be hosted by India during its Chairmanship of Council of RATS SCO
& In August 2019, India hosted the seminar held in Hyderabad and 2021 summit denote the second
time India has to host.
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. Which bank recently (in Dec’21) received scheduled payment bank status from RBI?
1) India Post Payments Bank
2) Fino Payments Bank
3) Paytm Payments Bank
4) Airtel Payments Bank
5) Jio Payments Bank
Answer- 3) Paytm Payments Bank
Explanation:
RBI granted a scheduled payment bank status to the Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL) by
including it into the Second Schedule to the RBI Act, 1934 & With this approval, PPBL became the 3rd
Scheduled Payments Banks.
• Apart from the PPBL, other payment banks that are in the List of Second Schedule of the RBI Act are
India Post Payments Bank Limited (IPPBL), and Fino Payments Bank Limited (FPBL).
About Paytm Payments Bank:
Parent Company– One97 Communications
MD and CEO- Satish Kumar Gupta
Headquarter– Noida, Uttar Pradesh
8. Name the Bank that recently (in Dec’21) approved USD 350 million loan to improve urban
services in India.
3) Association of Southeast Asian Nations
4) World Bank
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved USD 350 million policy-based loan to improve urban
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• This loan supports the policies formulated by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
to benefit the urban poor, economically weaker section and low-income groups under the Atal
Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0, to provide affordable housing
to all under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY).
9. Which Bank signed a MoU (in Dec’21) with Centrum Housing Finance Limited (CHFL) for a
housing loan under Co-Lending Model (CLM) mechanism?
2) Bank of Baroda
4) Indian Bank
Answer- 2) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) signed a MoU with Centrum Housing Finance Limited (CHFL) for sourcing and
financing housing loan borrowers under Co-Lending Model (CLM) mechanism.
About Bank of Baroda (BoB):
Managing Director (MD) & CEO – Sanjiv Chadha
Headquarters – Vadodara, Gujarat
Amalgamated Banks – Dena Bank & Vijaya Bank in 2019
10. Name the Insurance company that signed a Bancassurance partnership with Federal Bank (in
Dec’21)?
1) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
2) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
3) Max Bupa Health Insurance
4) Star Health & Allied Insurance
5) Bharti Axa life insurance
Answer- 4) Star Health & Allied Insurance
Explanation:
Federal Bank entered into a Bancassurance partnership with Star Health and Allied Insurance Co
Ltd as a corporate agent to provide health insurance products for the Bank’s 8.90 million customers
across India.
About SBI Life Insurance:
MD & CEO– Mahesh Kumar Sharma
Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra
11. In December 2021, International Maritime Organisation (IMO) awarded Certificate of

Commendation to Indian Navy , _________ & Master for exceptional bravery at sea.
1) National Security Guard
2) Indian Coast Guard
3) Western Naval Command
4) Defence Security Corps
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Answer- 2) Indian Coast Guard
Explanation:
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) was established as an annual Award to provide
international recognition for individual’s and team’s exceptional bravery at sea. For 2021, IMO awarded
Certificate of Commendation to the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard and Master along with crew
members of tugboat Ocean Bliss.
12. Who will receive the Royal Gold Medal 2022 by the Royal Institute of British Architects?
1) Rahul Mehrotra
2) Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi
3) Brinda Somaya
4) Anupama Kundoo
5) Raj Rewal
Answer- 2) Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi
Explanation:
Acclaimed Indian architect Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi has been named for the Royal Gold Medal
2022 which is one of the world’s highest honours for architecture.
• The announcement was made by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
• In 2018, he became the first Indian architect to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize & He is also
an awardee of Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan.
13. Karnataka Bank won _____ DigiDhan Awards by ______________ for attaining the Highest BHIM-
UPI Transactions consecutively for 2 years?
1) 2; Ministry of Finance
2) 3; Ministry of Electronics & IT
3) 4; Ministry of MSME
4) 2; Ministry of Electronics & IT
5) 3; Ministry of MSME
Answer- 4) 2; Ministry of Electronics & IT
Explanation:
Karnataka Bank has been conferred with two DigiDhan awards instituted by the Union Ministry of
Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The awards were given during Digital payment Utsav
in New Delhi.
• The award recognized banks for achieving the target with the highest percentage in BHIM-UPI
transactions under the private sector bank category consecutively for two years 2019-20 and
2020-21.
14. Who succeeded Uday Shankar ( in Dec'21) to become the new President-elect of FICCI?
1) Harish Manwani
2) T. K. Kurien
3) Ashok Sekhar Ganguly
4) Sanjay Mehta
5) Uday Shankar
Answer- 4) Sanjay Mehta

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Explanation:
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) appointed Sanjay Mehta, the
Chairman & Managing Director of Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), as its New President after the
conclusion of FICCI’s 94th Annual General Meeting on 18th December 2021.
About Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL):
15. In December 2021, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) received approval from the RBI
to increase its stake to_____ in _________ .
1) 9.26; IndusInd Bank
2) 9.99%; Axis Bank
3) 8.90%; ICICI Bank
4) 9.99%; IndusInd Bank
5) 9.89%; Axis Bank
Answer- 4) 9.99%; IndusInd Bank
Explanation:
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has received approval from the RBI to increase its stake to
9.99 % in IndusInd Bank of the total issued and paid-up capital of the private sector lender The
approval will be valid for 1 year (December 8, 2022).
At present (Dec’21), LIC holds a 4.95 percent stake in the IndusInd Bank.
About IndusInd Bank:
MD & CEO – Sumant Kathpalia
Tagline – We Make You Feel Richer
IMPORTANT DAYS
16. What was the theme of Human Rights Day 2021 which was observed across the globe by the
UN on 10th December?
1) Let's stand up for equality, justice and human dignity
2) Our Rights, Our Freedoms, Always
3) Stand up for someone's rights today
4) Youth Standing Up for Human Rights
5) Equality: Reducing inequalities, advancing human rights
Answer- 5) Equality: Reducing inequalities, advancing human rights
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) Human Rights Day 2021 is observed annually on December 10, as the Day
marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1948.
• The theme of Human Rights Day 2021 is ‘Equality: Reducing inequalities, advancing human
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17. What is the Tagline of Federal Bank?

1) Be A Step Ahead Of Life
2) Smart Way To Bank
3) Good People to Grow With
4) Your Perfect Banking Partner
5) We understand your world
Answer- 4) Your Perfect Banking Partner
Explanation:
About Federal Bank:
Establishment – April 23, 1931
Managing Director & CEO – Shyam Srinivasan
18. ‘Samhati’ is a project to address the language issues faced by tribal students in the
elementary classes. This project is being implemented in which State?
1) Jharkhand
2) Odisha
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) Kerala
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 2) Odisha
Explanation:
The ST and SC Development Department of the Odisha government has started a project called
‘Samhati. It intends to address the language issues faced by tribal students in early grades or elementary
classes.
• Implementing Agency: The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Research and Training Institute
(SCSTRTI).
19. Global Methane Pledge is an initiative of Which of the following?

1) United States
2) European Union
3) China
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 4) Both 1 & 2
Explanation:
The Global Methane Pledge agreement between the United States and the European Union sets a goal
of reducing worldwide methane emissions by at least 30% by 2030 during the Paris Agreement 2021.
20. Where is the Headquarters of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)?

1) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
3) Bengaluru, Karnataka

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4) Patna, Bihar
5) Mumbai, Maharashtra
Answer- 5) Mumbai, Maharashtra
Explanation:
MD & CEO– Dilip Asbe
Headquarter– Mumbai, Maharashtra
21. The Orange Label ATM is related to which transaction?

1) Women Transaction
2) Fingerprint & Eye scanner
3) Share Transactions
4) Agricultural Transaction
5) E-commerce Transaction
Answer- 3) Share Transactions
Explanation:
Orange Label ATM are The ATM is provided for Share Transactions.
22. What is the Full form of TLTRO?

1) Targeted Liquidity Term Reserve Operation
2) Targeted Liquidity Time Repo Operation
3) Targeted Long-Term Repo Operations
4) Timely Long-Term Reserve Operation
5) Timely Long-Time Repo Operation
Answer- 3) Targeted Long-Term Repo Operations
Explanation:
TLTRO is Targeted Long-Term Repo Operations
23. During the 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy of FY21-22, RBI plans to increase the UPI
Transaction limit from Rs. 2 Lakhs to _________.
1) Rs 6 Lakhs
2) Rs 3 Lakhs
3) Rs 5 Lakhs
4) Rs 4 Lakhs
5) Rs 7 Lakhs
Answer- 3) Rs 5 Lakhs
Explanation:
RBI proposed to enhance the transaction limit for payments through UPI for Retail Direct Scheme and
IPO applications from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 5 lakh.
24. The Kuno National Park is set to get 13 cheetahs in 2022. In Which state Kuno National Park
was located?
1) Karnataka
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Karnataka

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4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Kerala
Explanation:
The Kuno National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh which was originally developed as the second
home for Asiatic lions in India, apart from Gir National Park. However, that project did not take off.
25. Where is the Headquarters of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
(FICCI)?
1) Pune, Maharashtra
2) Panipat, Haryana
3) New Delhi, Delhi
4) Indore, Madhya Pradesh
5) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 3) New Delhi
Explanation:
About Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI): Established – 1927
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi.
26. When was IndusInd Bank established?

1) 1997
2) 1994
3) 1996
4) 1995
5) 1992
Answer- 2) 1994
Explanation:
27. In December 2021, President Ram Nath Kovind addresses centenary celebrations of the PAC
of parliament. When was the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) established?
1) 1921
2) 1909
3) 1919
4) 1935
5) 1912
Answer- 1) 1921
Explanation:
Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is one of the standing parliamentary committees, which was first
established in 1921 under the Government of India Act 1919 provisions. This committee examines the
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28. Which company recently (in Dec’21) opened an office at CyberHub in Gurugram?
1) Instagram
2) Twitter
3) Meta
4) Youtube
5) Snapchat
Answer- 3) Meta
Explanation:
Meta, earlier known as Facebook, opened an office at CyberHub in Gurugram, the social media
company’s first stand-alone office in Asia
29. What are points that are correct with respect to the Nilgiri Tahr?
A) It is the only Mountain ungulate in southern India amongst the 12 species present in India.
B) It is listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
C) Eravikulam National Park in kerala has the largest Population of the Nilgiri tahr.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
It is the only Mountain ungulate in southern India amongst the 12 species present in India.
i. It is listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
ii. Eravikulam National Park in Kerala has the largest Population of the Nilgiri tahr.
30. India’s 1st Human Space mission ‘Gaganyaan’ will be launched in which year?
1) 2025
2) 2026
3) 2022
4) 2024
5) 2023
Answer- 5) 2023
Explanation:
In 2023, India will launch its maiden human space mission ''Gaganyaan”.
• India will become the fourth nation in the world to launch a Human Spaceflight Mission after the
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1. Which company signed an MoU (in Dec’21) with ISRO to Strengthen R&D of NavIC Messaging
Service?
1) BSNL
2) Oppo India
3) Nokia
4) Samsung
5) Vivo India
Answer- 2) Oppo India
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) & Chinese smart devices maker Oppo’s India signed a
MoU to strengthen the Research and Development (R&D) of the NavIC messaging service, an Indian
satellite navigation system.
• NavIC, an acronym for Navigation with Indian Constellation, aims to provide a user-friendly
platform.
• There will be an exchange of technical information between ISRO and Oppo.
2. The Ministry of Defence signed an MoU (in Dec’21) with the Indian Institute of Teacher
Education (IITE), _________ to facilitate training for 800 teachers of Sainik Schools for ____________.
1) Gandhinagar; 3 years
2) Dehradun; 4 years
3) Gandhinagar; 5 years
4) Bhopal; 4 years
5) Dehradun; 5 years
Answer- 3) Gandhinagar; 5 years
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a MoU with the Indian Institute of Teacher Education (IITE),
Gandhinagar to facilitate training for 800 teachers of Sainik Schools & the MoU is signed for 5 years
with effect from January 2022.
• Under the partnership, around more than 800 teachers from all Sainik Schools will be trained
through courses named ‘Gurudiksha’ & ‘Pratibaddhta’.
3. Which Indian state/UT has the highest number of registered electric vehicles (as of Dec’21) as
per the data released by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways?
1) Delhi
2) Maharashtra
3) Bihar
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Karnataka
Explanation:
Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, informed the Rajya Sabha on the state of Electric
Vehicles (EV) in India. As per the data released, India has a total of 870,141 registered EVs, with Uttar

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Pradesh (UP) holding the top spot with 255,700 registered EVs. UP is followed by Delhi, Karnataka,
Bihar and Maharashtra in successive positions.
About Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH):
Union Minister – Nitin Jairam Gadkari (Constituency – Nagpur, Maharashtra)
Minister of State – Vijay Kumar Singh (Constituency – Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh)
4. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Global Health Security (GHS) Index
2021?
A) India ranked 64th out of 195 countries while Finland tops the index followed by Australia.
B) The 2021 GHS Index assesses countries across 6 categories, 37 indicators, and 171 questions
& No countries scored in the top tier in the Index.
C) GHS Index 2021 was developed in partnership by the Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) and the
Johns Hopkins Center.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
India ranked 66th out of 195 countries while the United States of America tops the index followed by
Australia.
i. The 2021 GHS Index assesses countries across 6 categories, 37 indicators, and 171 questions & No
countries scored in the top tier in the Index.
ii. GHS Index 2021 was developed in partnership by the Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) and the Johns
Hopkins Center.
• The world’s average overall GHS Index score was reduced to 38.9 (out of 100) in 2021, from a score
of 40.2 in the GHS Index, 2019.
Rank Country Score
1 USA 75.9
2 Australia 71.1
3 Finland 70.9
66 India 42.8
5. India was re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the ________
biennium under category _________ states.
1) 2023-2024; B
2) 2022-2023; A
3) 2023-2024; C
4) 2024-2025; A
5) 2022-2023; B
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India has been re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2022-2023
biennium under category B states.
Category (b) 10 States with the largest interest in international seaborne trade: India, Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, United Arab Emirates.
6. Which Organization released a report (in Dec’21) titled “Preventing a lost decade: Urgent
action to reverse the devastating impact of COVID-19 on children and young people”?
1) European Union
2) World Bank
3) UNDP
4) UNICEF
5) WHO
Answer- 4) UNICEF
Explanation:
On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), UNICEF
released a report titled “Preventing a lost decade: Urgent action to reverse the devastating impact of
COVID-19 on children and young people.
• The report states there are more than 60 million children living in poor households, and more than
23 million have missed out on essential vaccines, the highest number in more than decade.
7. Who represented India at the 1st Summit for Democracy which was convened by United States
President Joe Biden?
1) M. Venkaiah Naidu
2) Narendra Modi
3) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
4) Rajnath Singh
5) Amit Shah
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi has participated in the closed-door virtual Summit Session of the 1st summit for
democracy which was convened by United States President Joe Biden.
• The summit focuses on challenges & opportunities facing democracies and will provide a platform
for leaders to announce both individual and collective commitments, reforms, and initiatives to
defend democracy and human rights at home and abroad.
8. Which became the 1st country to implement a 4 & Half-day Work Week from January 2022?
1) Australia
2) Saudi Arabia
3) UAE
4) New Zealand
5) Finland
Answer- 3) UAE

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Explanation:
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced to change its 5-day work-week to a 4 and a half day
starting from 1st January 2022 and became the 1st country to make the employee-friendly transition
as part of its efforts to improve productivity and work-life balance.
BANKING AND FINANCE
9. Which Bank partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (in Dec’21) to launch Doorstep Bill
Payments Service?
Answer- 1) India Post Payments Bank
Explanation:
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL) to facilitate pan
India doorstep bill payments service for IPPB and non-IPPB customers.
NBBL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
About NPCI Bharat BillPay Ltd (NBBL):
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Noopur Chaturvedi
10. Which company partnered with Vasai Vikas Sahakari Bank (in Dec’21) to offer Insurance
Solutions for the bank's customers?
1) Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance
3) Kotak Mahindra General Insurance
4) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
Answer- 3) Kotak Mahindra General Insurance
Explanation:
Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Ltd (Kotak General Insurance), the wholly-owned
subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd, & Vasai Vikas Sahakari Bank Ltd has entered into a
partnership to provide the bank’s customers access to a range of insurance solutions.
Note – India is one of the countries with the lowest General Insurance penetration.
About Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Ltd:
MD & CEO – Suresh Agarwal
11. Which Bank released the 2nd edition of BRICS Economic Bulletin 2021 that is prepared by the
BRICS CRA Research Group?
1) Central Bank of Brazil

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3) China Development Bank
4) Central Bank of the Russian Federation
5) South African Reserve Bank
Answer- 2) Reserve Bank of India
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the 2nd edition of BRICS Economic Bulletin 2021 which is
prepared by the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) Contingent Reserve Arrangement
(CRA) Research Group with members from BRICS central banks.
• The CRA Research Group is responsible to enhance research, economic analysis and surveillance
capacity of the BRICS.
• This bulletin has addressed the theme of ‘Navigating the Ongoing Pandemic: The BRICS Experience
of Resilience and Recovery’.
12. Who was awarded the 2021 DST-ICTP-IMU Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians?
1) Ritabrata Munshi
2) Neena Gupta
3) Amalendu Krishna
4) Carolina Araujo
5) Sujatha Ramdorai
Answer- 2) Neena Gupta
Explanation:
Professor Neena Gupta, a mathematician at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) in Kolkata, West Bengal
has been awarded the 2021 DST-ICTP-IMU Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians from
developing countries.
• The award recognized her outstanding work in affine algebraic geometry and commutative
algebra.
• With this, she became the 3rd woman to receive the Ramanujan Prize after Sujatha Ramdorai, in
2006 and Brazil’s Carolina Bhering de Araujo in 2020.
13. Who was appointed as the Executive Director of UNICEF by the UN Secretary-General Antonio
Guterres in December 2021?
1) Achim Steiner
2) Henrietta Fore
3) Inger Andersen
4) Catherine Russell
5) Audrey Azoulay
Answer- 4) Catherine Russell
Explanation:
United Nation (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appointed Catherine Russell as the Executive
Director of United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). Russell will succeed
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• Catherine Russell is an assistant to US President Joe Biden and she also heads the White House
Office of Presidential Personnel.
About United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF): Establishment – 11
December 1946
India Representative at UNICEF– Dr Yasmin Ali Haque
14. In December 2021, Which organization tested Extended Range Pinaka (Pinaka-ER) at
Pokhran Range, Rajasthan?
1) Indian Army
2) DRDO
3) Indian Air Force
4) ISRO
5) Indian Navy
Answer- 2) DRDO
Explanation:
The Extended Range Pinaka (Pinaka-ER) Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher System was successfully tested
at Pokhran Range, Rajasthan.
• The system has been designed by the DRDO’s Armament Research and Development Establishment
(ARDE) laboratory, Pune, Maharashtra & High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL),
Pune.
• The new Pinaka ER gives it a range of around 70 km, over the 45 km existing range of the missile
which has been with the Indian forces for nearly a decade.
SPORTS
15. Who won the FIDE World Chess Championship 2021 for the 5th Consecutive time?
1) Anish Giri
2) Magnus Carlsen
3) Wang Hao
4) Alexander Grischuk
5) Ding Liren
Answer- 2) Magnus Carlsen
Explanation:
Norway’s Magnus Carlsen, the defending Champion won his 5th World Chess Championship after
defeating Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi in 2021’s World Chess Championship that was organised by
FIDE at Dubai, UAE.
• Magnus Carlsen has previously won the Championship in 2013, 2014, 2016 & 2018.
• Magnus Carlsen is also the FIDE World No.1 Chess player since 2011.

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BOOKS AND AUTHORS
16. Who authored the book, “Watershed: How We Destroyed India’s Water & How We Can Save
It”?
1) Rajnish Kumar
2) Divya Dutta
3) Mriduala Ramesh
4) Indra Nooyi
5) Vir Sanghvi
Answer- 3) Mriduala Ramesh
Explanation:
Mriduala Ramesh, the founder of Sundaram Climate Institute has authored a new book titled
“Watershed: How We Destroyed India’s Water & How We Can Save It”.
Mriduala Ramesh is the author of “The Climate Solution” & she writes regularly on climate issues.
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. International Mountain Day is annually observed across the globe by the UN on?
1) 10th December
2) 9th December
3) 11th December
4) 8th December
5) 12th December
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Mountain Day is annually observed across the globe on 11th
December to create awareness about the importance of preserving the mountains across the globe.
• The theme of International Mountain Day 2021 is “Sustainable mountain tourism”.
• The first ever International Mountains Day was observed on 11th December 2003.
18. UNICEF Day that was celebrated on 11th December, 2021 marks the ________ anniversary of the
foundation of UNICEF.
1) 100th
2) 75th
3) 50th
4) 25th
5) 85th
Answer- 2) 75th
Explanation:
UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) Day is annually observed across the globe on 11th December
to create awareness on saving children’s lives, defending their rights and helping them to fulfil their
potential from childhood to adolescence.
• UNICEF Day 2021 marks the 75th anniversary of the foundation of UNICEF.
• UNICEF was created by resolution 57(I) of the United Nations General Assembly on 11 December
1946 to provide supplies and assistance to children after World War II.

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STATE NEWS
19. Which state signed a LoU with UNDP as a part of ‘Code-Unnati’ to improve Entrepreneurship
& Youth Employment?
1) Assam
2) Karnataka
3) West Bengal
4) Gujarat
5) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Department of Youth Empowerment & Sports, Government of Karnataka has signed a LoU with the
UNDP as a part of the State-level initiative ‘Code-Unnati’ to improve the access to entrepreneurship and
employment opportunities among the youths, including women.
About United Nations Development Programme(UNDP):
Administrator– Achim Steiner
Headquarters– New York, United States
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20. Which of the following is the World’s 1st phone company to use ISRO’s NavIC (Navigation with
Indian Constellation)?
1) OnePlus
2) LG
3) Samsung
4) Xiaomi
5) Huawei
Answer- 4) Xiaomi
Explanation:
Xiaomi is the only company to have used the NavIC on its phones. It collaborated with ISRO for the same
in 2020.
The Redmi Note 9 series and the Redmi Note 10 Lite also support NavIC navigation.
21. Kara Strait connects which of the following Sea?

1) Beaufort Sea & Chukchi Sea
2) Kara Sea & Barents Sea
3) Laptev Sea & White Sea
4) Baltic Sea & Red Sea
5) Kara Sea & Baltic Sea
Answer- 2) Kara Sea & Barents Sea
Explanation:
Kara strait connects the Kara Sea and the Barents Sea in northern Russia. The Kara Strait was an
important waterway in the early exploration of the Northern Sea Route.

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22. What is the GST rate for electric vehicles in India (as of Dec’21)?
1) 18%
2) 12%
3) 5%
4) 28%
5) 38%
Answer- 3) 5%
Explanation:
In 2019, The Central Government of India has reduced the Goods & Service Tax (GST) on Electric
Vehicles & related products.
GST on EVs – 5% (previously 12%)
GST on EV Chargers & Charging Stations – 5% (previously 18%)
23. When was the FAME India Scheme launched to promote the adoption of EVs & Hybrid vehicles
in India?
1) 2015
2) 2017
3) 2014
4) 2016
5) 2019
Answer- 1) 2015
Explanation:
Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid & Electric Vehicles in India (FAME India) Scheme was
launched in 2015 to promote the adoption of EVs & Hybrid vehicles in India.
• Implementing Agency – Department of Heavy Industry, under the Ministry of Heavy Industries
• Phase I – 1st April 2015 to 31st March 2019
• Phase II – 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2024
24. Which country is the largest funder (as of Dec’21) of the United Nations Children's Fund
(UNICEF)?
1) South Korea
2) Germany
3) Japan
4) Sweden
5) United States
Answer- 5) United States
Explanation:
The United States is the largest funder of United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
25. What is the Tagline of Punjab National Bank?

2) Together We Can
4) Support All the Way

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Explanation:
CEO & Managing Director (MD) – S S Mallikarjuna Rao
Tagline – The Name You Can Bank Upon
26. Central Pollution Control Board is a Statutory Organisation which was constituted under
_____________.
1) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
2) Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
3) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
4) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
5) National Environment Tribunal Act, 1995
Answer- 3) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
Explanation:
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), statutory organisation, was constituted in September, 1974
under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
27. Which of the following schedules of the Indian Constitution deals with the administration and
control of Scheduled Areas as well as of Scheduled Tribes?
1) Schedule 2
2) Schedule 5
3) Schedule 7
4) Schedule 10
5) Schedule 11
Answer- 2) Schedule 5
Explanation:
The Fifth Schedule of the Constitution deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas as
well as of Scheduled Tribes residing in any State other than the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and
Mizoram.
28. Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in which state?

1) Andhra Pradesh
2) West Bengal
3) Karnataka
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Kerala
Answer- 2) West Bengal
Explanation:
Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in northern West Bengal. It covers an area of 760 km2. It ranges from 60
m in Gangetic Plains to 1,750 m bordering Himalayas in the north.
The reserve is home to around 284 bird species & It is also home to mammals like Asian elephant, gaur,
clouded leopard, Sambar deer and Indian leopard.

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29. The Global Social Mobility Index is prepared by which of the following?
1) German Watch
2) World Economic Forum
3) United Nations Population Fund
4) World Bank
Answer- 2) World Economic Forum
Explanation:
The Global Social Mobility Index is released by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
30. Where is the Headquarters of the World Wide Fund for Nature?
1) London, United Kingdom
2) Virginia, United States
3) Gland, Switzerland
4) Paris, France
5) Rome, Italy
Answer- 3) Gland, Switzerland
Explanation:
Founded: 1961
Headquarters: Gland, Switzerland
Purpose: Environment and Wildlife Conservation
Organization Type: International Non-Governmental, Non-Profit Organisation

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Saryu Nahar National Project?
A) In December 2021, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the project in Bageshwar, Uttarakhand
B) The Saryu canal project also involves interlinking of 5 rivers viz. Ghaghara, Saryu, Rapti,
Banganga and Rohini
C) Saryu Nahar National Project was initially launched in 1978 & In 2016, it was brought under
the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
In December 2021, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the project in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh & it will
cover nine Eastern UP districts.
i. The Saryu canal project also involves interlinking of five rivers viz. Ghaghara, Saryu, Rapti, Banganga
and Rohini to ensure optimum usage of water resources of the region.
ii. Saryu Nahar National Project was initially launched in 1978 & In 2016, it was brought under the
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).
2. Who chaired a Bank Deposit Insurance Programme titled ‘Depositors First: Guaranteed Time-
bound Deposit Insurance Payment up to Rs 5 Lakh’ in Delhi?
1) Amit Shah
2) Narendra Modi
3) Nirmala Sitharaman
4) Shaktikanta Das
5) Dinesh Kumar Khara
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a bank deposit insurance programme titled ‘Depositors First:
Guaranteed Time-bound Deposit Insurance Payment up to Rs 5 Lakh’ in Delhi and addressed
depositors.
3. In December 2021, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry accepted the proposal to rename
Bihar Makhana as _____________ and retain its Geographical Identification (GI) tag.
1) Bhojpuri Makhana
2) Mithila Makhana
3) Anga Makhana
4) Tirhut Makhana
5) Magadh Makhana
Answer- 2) Mithila Makhana

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Explanation:
The Geographical Indications Registry (GIR) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry accepted the
proposal to rename Bihar Makhana as Mithila Makhana and retain its Geographical Identification (GI)
tag.
• It also suggested amendments in the brand logo to highlight its origins and protect the product’s
Geographical Indications (GI) rights.
• The Sabour based Bihar Agriculture University (BAU) initiated an application on behalf of the
Mithilanchal Makhana Utpadak Sangh (MMUS) to name their produce as Mithila Makhana for the
welfare of fox nut growers in the Mithila region.
4. In December 2021, ___________ of Uttar Pradesh was recognized as ________ Ramsar site in India.
1) Mansar Lake; 48th
2) Harike Wetland ; 47th
3) Bhoj Wetland; 46th
4) Haiderpur Wetland; 47th
5) Bhoj Wetland; 48th
Answer- 4) Haiderpur Wetland; 47th
Explanation:
Haiderpur Wetland, the human-made wetland of around 6908 hectares in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh(UP)
has been recognised as the 47th Ramsar Site of India and 2,463rd site internationally.
• The wetland is located within the boundaries of Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttar Pradesh.
About Convention on Wetlands:
Secretary General– Martha Rojas Urrego
Headquarters– Gland, Switzerland
5. Which is the world’s 1st Government to become 100% Paperless in December 2021?
1) Muscat
2) Tehran
3) Riyadh
4) Doha
5) Dubai
Answer- 5) Dubai
Explanation:
Dubai became the world’s 1st government to turn 100 percent paperless, the announcement was made
by the United Arab Emirate (UAE) Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum.
• The Dubai Paperless Strategy was implemented in five consecutive phases, each entity consisting
of a different group of the Dubai Government’s entities.
About the United Arab Emirates (UAE):
Capital- Abu Dhabi
Currency– Dirham
President– Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

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6. In December 2021, Which Organization Prepared ‘The State of the Global Education Crisis: A
Path to Recovery Report’ along with UNESCO & UNICEF?
2) European Union
3) World Bank
Answer- 3) World Bank
Explanation:
As per the report titled, ‘The State of the Global Education Crisis: A Path to Recovery’, the present
generation of students risks losing USD 17 trillion in lifetime earnings in present value, or about 14
percent of today’s global GDP due to COVID-19-related school closures.
• The report was prepared by WB in collaboration with UNESCO (United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization) & UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund).
About World Bank:
Headquarters – Washington, D.C., United States
President – David Malpass (13th President)
Member countries – 189
7. What are the points that are correct with respect to the ‘State of Inequalities – HIV,
Tuberculosis and Malaria’ in December 2021?
A) UNICEF released the report & it is the 1st monitoring report to assess the global state of
inequality in the 3 diseases.
B) In India, HIV testing for pregnant women between 15 and 19 years of age was 20 % higher
than pregnant women between the ages of 40 and 49 years.
C) New TB cases were reported from the WHO South-East Asia Region, at 43%, with overall
reduction in cases in 2020 compared to 2019.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
The WHO & the Global Fund released the report & it is the 1st monitoring report to assess the global
state of inequality in the 3 diseases.
i. In India, HIV testing for pregnant women between 15 and 19 years of age was 20 % higher than
pregnant women between the ages of 40 and 49 years.
ii. New TB cases were reported from the WHO South-East Asia Region, at 43 percent, with overall
reduction in cases in 2020 compared to 2019.
8. India was ranked ___________ on International Institute for Management Development (IMD)
“2021 World Talent Ranking”, while ________ topped the list.
1) 56th; Switzerland
2) 58th; Norway

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3) 56th; Sweden
4) 58th; Denmark
5) 65th; Norway
Answer- 1) 56th; Switzerland
Explanation:
India has ranked 56th on the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) 2021 World
Talent Ranking, while Switzerland tops the ranking followed by Sweden.
• The ranking is published by the IMD World Competitiveness Center.
• In the Peer Group Ranking – Asia – Pacific, India has ranked 12th.
BANKING AND FINANCE
9. In December 2021, Which organization projected a 12% increase in credit potential of Assam
to INR 36,292 crore for the 2022-23 FY ?
1) NITI Aayog
2) ICAR
3) IRDA
4) NABARD
5) SEBI
Answer- 4) NABARD
Explanation:
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) projected a 12% increase in
credit potential of Assam to INR 36,292 crore for the 2022-23 financial year (FY).
• The amount will be used as a base for preparation of the annual credit plan for priority sector
lending (PSL) for FY23.
About National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD):
Chairman- G.R Chintala
Founded-12 July 1982
10. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI), that was
recently (in Dec’21) mandated by RBI?
A) LEI is a number used to uniquely identify parties to financial transactions worldwide to
improve the quality & accuracy of financial data systems.
B) In India, LEI can be obtained from LEI India Ltd & also recognised as an issuer of LEI by the RBI
under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
C) The 20-digit LEI is now mandatory for companies making cross-border transactions of Rs 50
crore & above from October 2022.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C

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Explanation:
LEI is a number used to uniquely identify parties to financial transactions worldwide to improve the
quality and accuracy of financial data systems.
i. In India, LEI can be obtained from Legal Entity Identifier India Ltd & it is also recognised as an issuer
of LEI by the RBI under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
ii.The 20-digit LEI is now mandatory for companies making cross-border transactions of Rs 50 crore &
above from October 2022.
11. Name the company that recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘#Care4 Hockey' Campaign &
appointed Rani Rampal as the face of the campaign.
1) Aviva Life Insurance Company
2) HDFC Life Insurance Company
3) Exide Life Insurance Company
4) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
5) Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company
Answer- 4) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
Explanation:
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance was launched its ‘#Care4 Hockey' Campaign to elevate field Hockey’s
recognition in India.
• The company has partnered with Padma Shri (2020) Rani Rampal, Indian Women’s Hockey Team
Captain, who will be the face of the campaign.
• ‘#Care4 Hockey' is a one of its kind campaign which aims to support the development of Hockey in
India from the grass-root level.
12. Which Bank won 2 Awards including the ‘Best Digital Customer Experience initiative’ at the
ET BFSI Excellence Awards 2021?
1) Axis Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) DBS Bank India
4) ICICI Bank
Answer- 3) DBS Bank India
Explanation:
DBS Bank India was awarded at the ET BFSI Excellence Awards 2021. The bank has won two awards –
for the ‘DBS Rapid (Real-time API)’ solution in the ‘Innovative API/Open Banking model‘ category and
for ‘Intelligent Banking’ in the ‘Best Digital Customer Experience initiative’ category.
• The award is an initiative of The Economic Times, ET BFSI Excellence Awards, and honours the
best innovations & practices implemented by the Banking Financial Services & Insurances (BFSI)
industry in a dynamic and competitive environment.
About DBS Bank India:
MD & CEO – Surojit Shome

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13. Who won the Miss Universe 2021 title at the 70th Edition of the Miss Universe in Eilat, Israel
to become the 3rd Indian Miss Universe?
1) Manushi Chhillar
2) Anukreethy Vas
3) Meenakshi Chaudhary
4) Harnaaz Sandhu
5) Nehal Chudasama
Answer- 4) Harnaaz Sandhu
Explanation:
Indian Actor & Model, Harnaaz Sandhu from Chandigarh, Punjab, has been crowned Miss Universe
2021 at the 70th Edition of the Miss Universe Competition held in Eilat, Israel.
• Harnaaz Sandhu became the 3rd Indian to be crowned Miss Universe after Sushmita Sen, the 1st
Indian to win Miss Universe (1994) and Lara Dutta (Miss Universe 2000).
14. Which of the following Organisations recently (in Dec’21) flight-tested the Helicopter-
launched Stand-off Anti-Tank (SANT) Missile from Pokhran Range, Rajasthan?
1) HAL
2) DRDO
3) IAF
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Explanation:
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully flight-
tested the indigenously designed and developed Helicopter launched Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) Missile
from the Pokhran range in Rajasthan.
• It should be noted that it is for the first time that this was launched from a Russian origin Mi-35
helicopter gunship.
• It has been designed and developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad in coordination
with other DRDO labs and participation from industries.
15. Which Country launched a Group of Satellites called “Shijian-6 05” by Long March-4B rocket
for space exploration and new technology tests?
1) Japan
2) China
3) Israel
4) Russia
5) UAE
Answer- 2) China
Explanation:
China successfully launched a new group of satellites Shijian-6 05 into space from the Jiuquan Satellite
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• The satellites were launched by a Long March-4B rocket which marked the 400th mission of Long
March series carrier rockets.
About China:
Capital – Beijing
President – Xi Jinping
Currency – Renminbi
16. Who Inaugurated a digital platform for the complaints management from anywhere called
‘LokpalOnline’ for Indian citizens?
1) Subodh Kumar Jaiswal
2) Suresh N. Patel
3) Pinaki Chandra Ghose
4) Rishi Kumar Shukla
5) Praveen Sinha
Answer- 3) Pinaki Chandra Ghose
Explanation:
Lokpal Chairperson Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose inaugurated a digital platform for the complaints
management from anywhere called ‘LokpalOnline’ for Indian citizens.
i. The LokpalOnline is a web-based portal hosted on National Informatics centre (NIC) Cloud which has
been developed on an Open Source Technology for the management of complaints against public
servants filed under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013.
ii. Its security audit has been done by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under
the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Note- Pinaki Chandra Ghose is the 1st Chairman of Lokpal.
17. India test-fired a long-range Supersonic Missile Assisted Torpedo (SMART) off the coast of
Balasore in Odisha that was developed by which Organisation?
1) Indian Air Force
2) Indian Army
3) ISRO
4) DRDO
5) HAL
Answer- 4) DRDO
Explanation:
India has successfully test-fired a long-range Supersonic Missile Assisted Torpedo (SMART) off the coast
of Balasore in Odisha.
• The SMART will enhance anti-submarine warfare capability far beyond the conventional range of
the torpedo.
• The weapon system is a next-generation missile-based standoff torpedo delivery system, being
developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Navy.
SPORTS
18. Who won Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021 & to win his 1st F1 World Driver Championship 2021?
1) Yuki Tsunoda
2) Carlos Sainz

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3) Lewis Hamilton
4) Max Verstappen
5) Pierre Gasly
Answer- 4) Max Verstappen
Explanation:
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Netherlands) clinched the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021 by
defeating Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) at the Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island in Abu
Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• Max Verstappen won his first Formula One (F1) World Driver Championship.
• Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021 was the 22nd & final round of the 2021 F1 World Championship.
IMPORTANT DAYS
19. What is the theme International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) is annually
observed across the globe by the UN on 12th December?
1) Universal Health Coverage: everyone, everywhere
2) Leave No One’s Health Behind
3) Health for all - Protect everyone
4) Keep the Promise
5) Everyone Health is Important
Answer- 2) Leave No One’s Health Behind
Explanation:
International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) is annually observed across the globe by the
United Nation on 12th December to create awareness about the need for strong and resilient health
systems and Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
The theme of UHC Day 2021 is “Leave No One’s Health Behind: Invest in health systems for all.”
The 1st official International Universal Health Coverage Day was observed on 12th December 2018.
20. Every year, International Day of Neutrality is observed across the globe by the UN on?
1) 13th December
2) 14th December
3) 11th December
4) 10th December
5) 12th December
Explanation:
The United Nations (UNs) International Day of Neutrality is annually observed globally on 12th
December to promote neutrality among countries and to lay emphasis on raising awareness levels in
public about the value of neutrality in international relations.
The 1st International Day of Neutrality was observed on 12th December 2017.
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STATE NEWS
21. Which state/ UT police launched an E-learning Platform “Unnati” under the flagship scheme
‘YUVA’ to Skill School Dropouts?
1) Jammu & Kashmir
2) Karnataka
3) Delhi
4) Gujarat
5) West Bengal
Answer- 3) Delhi
Explanation:
Rakesh Asthana, Police Commissioner of Delhi launched an e-learning platform ‘Unnati’, under the
Delhi Police’s flagship scheme ‘YUVA’ at the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Auditorium, New Delhi, Delhi.
• Unnati is an e-learning and certification initiative by the Delhi Police-South West District to help
educate youths and impart skill training to school dropouts from the weaker sections of society.
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22. Where is the Samaspur Bird Sanctuary located?

1) Bihar
2) Odisha
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Karnataka
5) Gujarat
Explanation:
Samaspur Bird Sanctuary is a protected area situated near Salon in Raebareli district, Uttar Pradesh,
India. It lies at about 122 km from Lucknow on Lucknow-Varanasi highway. It was established in 1987.
Note- It is the one of the 9 Ramsar site in Uttar Pradesh
23. When was the 1st ever Miss Universe pageant held at Long Beach, California, USA?
1) 1955
2) 1949
3) 1954
4) 1952
5) 1950
Answer- 4) 1952
Explanation:
About Miss Universe Competition:
i.Miss Universe, founded in 1952, is an annual international beauty pageant organised by the Miss
Universe Organization (MUO) based in the United States of America (USA).
Note- The first-ever Miss Universe pageant was held in 1952 in Long Beach, California, USA.

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24. Where was the Ramsar Convention adopted in 1971?
1) Australia
2) Saudi Arabic
3) Iran
4) Qatar
5) Syria
Answer- 3) Iran
Explanation:
The Ramsar Convention is the intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the
conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. The Convention was adopted in the Iranian
city of Ramsar in 1971 and came into force in 1975.
25. Which of the following are the 1st GI Tag in India?

1) Arunachal Orange
2) Kaji Nemu
3) Basmati Rice
4) Darjeeling Tea
5) Katarni Rice
Answer- 4) Darjeeling Tea
Explanation:
Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to get the geographical indication tag. In 2004, the famous
beverage got recognition.
26. In July 2021, The Union Government increased the amount that could be accessed by account
holders from Rs 1 lakh to ____ and the time limit of 90 days through Deposit Insurance and Credit
Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) Act, 1961.
1) 2 Lakhs
2) 5 Lakhs
3) 6 Lakhs
4) 3 Lakhs
5) 4 Lakhs
Answer- 2) 5 Lakhs
Explanation:
In July 2021, through the amendment to the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation
(DICGC) Act, 1961 the government has increased the amount that could be accessed by account holders
from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh and the time limit of 90 days i.e. 3 months was fixed to refund funds by a
bank which is coming under Moratorium imposed by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
27. Which country produces the Mi-17 V5 helicopter that is used by India's armed forces?
1) UAE
2) Russia
3) Japan
4) US
5) Iran
Answer- 2) Russia

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Explanation:
Mi-17V5 is a Russia-made helicopter which is produced by Kazan Helicopters which is one of the
latest versions of this Russian-made military transport helicopter available around the world & It was
inducted into the Indian Air Force on 17 February 2012.
• It belongs to the MI-8/17 family of military helicopters.
• This one was part of the first 2008 contract for 80 MI-17V5 medium lift helicopters.
• In 2008, Rosoboronexport, a company of Rostec State Corporation, signed a contract for the
delivery of 80 Mi-17V-5 to India, which was completed in 2011-2013.
28. Castling – King & Rook swapping positions. Castling is related to which sport?
1) Badminton
2) Chess
3) Baseball
4) Table tennis
5) Carrom
Answer- 2) Chess
Explanation:
Castling is related to the Chess game. Castling consists of moving the king two squares towards a rook
on the player's first rank , then moving the rook to the square that the king crossed.
Key Points on Chess:
Chess is played on an 8*8 (64 tile) board
6 Chess Pieces – King, Queen, Bishop, Knight, Rook, Pawn
Key Terms:
Castling – King & Rook swapping positions Stalemate – When no possible legal move is available, the
game ends in draw/stalemate
Checkmate – Attack on the opponent King, where he can’t escape
29. Which Committee recommended the creation of Chief of Defence Staff?

1) Naresh Chandra Committee
2) Punchhi Commission
3) Shekatkar Committee
4) Kargil Review Committee
5) Sarkaria Commission
Answer- 4) Kargil Review Committee
Explanation:
The creation of a CDS was recommended by the Kargil Review Committee (KRC) in February 2000.
The KRC, headed by K Subrahmanyam, recommended the appointment of a CDS as a means to provide
single-point professional military advice to the political leadership.
30. Cyclonic Storm Jawad caused major disruptions over Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West
Bengal in India. The name of the cyclone is given by which Country?
1) Saudi Arabia
2) UAE
3) Oman
4) Iran
5) Sri Lanka

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Answer- 1) Saudi Arabia
Explanation:
The name of the cyclone is Jawad. This name has been given by the country Saudi Arabia. The meaning
of the word Jawad in Arabic is “kind” or “generous”.



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1. In December 2021, Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying launched the _______ Edition of
‘Animal Husbandry Startup Grand Challenge’ along with Startup India & 1st Edition was launched
in ______.
1) 3rd; 2019
2) 6th; 2014
3) 2nd; 2019
4) 5th; 2014
5) 4th; 2018
Answer- 3) 2nd; 2019
Explanation:
The 2nd edition of ‘Animal Husbandry Startup Grand Challenge’ was launched by the Department of
Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), in partnership with Startup India.
• The 1st edition of the start-up grand challenge was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on
September 12 in 2019.
• It was launched by Union Minister Parshottam Rupala, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry &
Dairying (MoFAHD) during an event celebrating ‘National Milk Day’ in Anand, Gujarat to
commemorate the birth centenary of Dr. Varghese Kurien.
2. In which state Union Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of Maa Umiya Dham
Development Project in December 2021?
1) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
2) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
3) Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
4) Gaya, Bihar
5) Ranchi, Jharkhand
Answer- 2) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of Umiya Mata Dham temple and temple
premises under Maa Umiya Dham Development Project at Umiya Campus in Sola in Ahmedabad,
Gujarat along with several developmental projects including a railway bridge.
Other Inaugurations:
i. Umiya Dham complex in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is being built by the Kadava Patidar community.
ii. Amit Shah also inaugurated a 4-lane railway overbridge and a water distribution station built by the
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation in Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
iii. He also laid the foundation stone for an affordable housing project of the Ahmedabad Urban
Development Authority.
3. National Helpline Against Atrocities was launched by _________ (In Dec’21) to prevent atrocities
on members of SC & ST, it will ensure proper execution of SC & ST (Prevention of Atrocities)
Act,________.
1) Ministry of Law & Justice; 1980

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2) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment; 1989
3) Ministry of Law & Justice; 1985
4) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment; 1980
5) Ministry of Tribal Affairs; 1989
Answer- 2) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment; 1989
Explanation:
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment launched a National Helpline Against Atrocities
(NHAA) to prevent atrocities on members of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes .
• The NHAA will ensure proper execution of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention
of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
• The NHAA will be available 24×7 on toll-free number 14566 across the country & service will be
available in English, Hindi as well as other regional languages of States and UTs.
4. In December 2021, The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change declared “Askot
Wildlife Sanctuary” of ___________ as an Eco-sensitive Zone.
1) Assam
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Rajasthan
5) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
According to the gazette of India, issued by the MoEF&CC, an area of 454.65 square kilometers around
the boundary of Askot Wildlife Sanctuary in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand has been declared
as the Askot Wildlife Sanctuary Eco-sensitive Zone(ESZ).
• The notified area extends from 0 to 22 km around the Askot Wildlife Sanctuary.
Note- Eco-Sensitive Zones are areas within 10 kms around Protected Areas, National Parks & Wildlife
Sanctuaries notified by MoEFCC, Government of India under Environment Protection Act 1986.
5. Which Institute signed an MoU with the Indian Air Force (in Dec’21) to improve the Indigenous
solution in various Weapon Systems?
1) IIT-Bombay
2) IIT-Roorkee
3) IIT-Kanpur
4) IIT-Delhi
5) IIT-Madras
Answer- 4) IIT-Delhi
Explanation:
IIT-Delhi signed a MoU with Indian Air Force (IAF) to support requirements towards indigenous
solutions in various weapon systems.
• The partnership between IIT Delhi and IAF will also boost the efforts by Base Repair Depots (BRDs)
of Maintenance Command IAF.
About Indian Air Force (IAF):
Establishment – 8th October 1932
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
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6. Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog & ________ launched AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge
2.0 (in Dec’21) to address the global water distress.
1) Royal Embassy of Indonesia
2) Royal Embassy of Denmark
3) Royal Embassy of Thailand
4) Royal Embassy of Cambodia
5) Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
Answer- 2) Royal Embassy of Denmark
Explanation:
Atal Innovation Mission(AIM), NITI Aayog and the Royal Embassy of Denmark to India launched the
2nd edition of the water innovation challenges, “AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge 2.0” to
address the global water distress through innovations.
• This is a part of the Indo-Danish Bilateral Green Strategic partnership.
• The 2nd edition of the water challenge was launched under the partnership of AIM, NITI Aayog &
Innovation Center Denmark (ICDK) under the aegis of the Denmark Embassy in India & the
Denmark Technical University (DTU).
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. Which Bank launched ‘World Wave’, a wearable payment solution along with National
Payments Corporations of India (NPCI)?
1) Bank of Baroda
3) Union Bank of India
4) Indian Bank
5) Bank of India
Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BOB) in partnership with National Payments Corporations of India (NPCI) launched
bob World Wave, a wearable line of products for payments, integrated with a complete health
ecosystem.
i. A bOb World Wave wearable device will allow customers to monitor their Saturation of Peripheral
Oxygen (SpO2), body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.
ii. The device will provide contactless payments of up to Rs. 5,000 in all Near-Field Communication
(NFC) enabled Point of Sale devices and also enable payments above Rs 5000 using the PIN.
8. Name the Individual Savings Life Insurance Plan that was introduced by Life Insurance
Corporation of India in December 2021.
1) Jeevan Labh
2) Bima Shree
3) Jeevan Amar
4) Dhan Rekha
5) Saral Jeevan Bima
Answer- 4) Dhan Rekha

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Explanation:
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has introduced a new Non -Linked, Non-Participating,
Individual Savings Life Insurance Plan named ‘Dhan Rekha’.
• The minimum sum assured under this plan is Rs 2 lakh and there is no limit for the maximum sum
assured.
• The minimum age at entry ranges from 90 days to 8 years and the maximum age at entry ranges
from 35 years to 65 years based on the chosen policy term.
About Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC):
Chairperson – M R Kumar
9. In December 2021,SBI Card launched its 1st fitness & wellness-focused credit card called
_____________.
1) SBI Card BPCL
2) SBI Card Yatra
3) SBI Card PULSE
4) SBI Card ELITE
5) SBI Card PRIME
Answer- 3) SBI Card PULSE
Explanation:
SBI Card launched the 1st fitness & wellness-focused credit card – ‘SBI Card PULSE’.
• The Card is designed with unique features and benefits to complement cardholder’s with benefits
towards health and wellness.
• The SBI Cards provides an annual membership fee of Rs.1,499 that has been launched on Visa
Signature platform.
10. Name the Bank that was recently (in Dec’21) tied up with Swift to provide Digital Bank
solution.
1) YES Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) IndusInd Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) ICICI Bank
Answer- 4) Axis Bank
Explanation:
Axis Bank is working with new digital services from provider Swift to provide a comprehensive digital
solution to clients.
• The bank is integrating with different digitisation initiatives by government bodies and service
providers to extend an end-to-end service to business clients.
About Axis Bank:
MD & CEO – Amitabh Chaudhry
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11. Which Small Finance Bank recently (in Dec’21) launched a women-centric health insurance
policy called ‘Chola Sarva Shakti’ along with Cholamandalam MS General Insurance?
1) ESAF SFB
2) Utkarsh SFB
3) Equitas SFB
4) Ujjivan SFB
5) Capital SFB
Answer- 3) Equitas SFB
Explanation:
Equitas Small Finance Bank (SFB) partnered with Cholamandalam MS General Insurance to launch
Chola Sarva Shakti, a women-centric health insurance policy to secure women against health
conditions.
Aim – To empower Indian women with good health and finances.
About Equitas Small Finance Bank (SFB):
CEO & Managing Director – Vasudevan Pathangi Narasimhan
Headquarters – Chennai, Tamil Nadu
12. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Asian Development Outlook
Supplement Report of December 2021?
A) ADB marks the 2021 GDP growth projection of developing Asia to 7%, down from 7.1% in
September 2021.
B) In India 2021 growth forecast is 9.7% from the 10 % but the 2022 growth forecast is
unchanged at 7.5%.
C) The Omicron was first detected in South Africa & Wuhan, China & it is less transmissible than
earlier variants.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
ADB marks the 2021 GDP growth projection of developing Asia to 7%, down from 7.1% September
2021.
i. In India 2021 growth forecast is 9.7% from the 10 % but the 2022 growth forecast is unchanged at
7.5%.
ii. The Omicron was first detected in South Africa & Hong Kong, China & it is more transmissible than
earlier variants.
iii. Asian Development Bank (ADB) has trimmed the growth forecasts for developing Asia for 2021-
2022 to reflect the economic impact and uncertainty caused by the new Omicron COVID -19 variant.

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13. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited recently (in Dec’21) collaborated with which
organization to boost Alkaline Electrolyser technology for Green Hydrogen production?
1) Atomic Energy Regulatory Board
2) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
3) Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research
4) Oil & Natural Gas Corporation
5) Nuclear Power Corporation of India
Answer- 2) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
Explanation:
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) collaborated with Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
(BARC) to boost Alkaline Electrolyser technology for Green Hydrogen production.
• This is a first of its kind initiative to support India’s commitment to achieve renewable energy
targets and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
About Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC):
Director- Ajit Kumar Mohanty
Headquarters– Trombay, Mumbai, Maharashtra
14. Which company signed a World’s Largest green power agreement with Solar Energy
Corporation of India Limited (In Dec’21) to supply 4667MW of green power?
1) ReNew Power
2) Vikram Solar Ltd
3) Azure Power Global Ltd
4) Tata Power Solar Systems Ltd
5) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Answer- 5) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Explanation:
Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has signed a world’s largest green power purchase agreement
(PPA) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) to supply 4667 MW of green power.
• This agreement is in line with India’s objective to accelerate India’s renewable energy footprint as
well as to promote domestic manufacturing under the Atma Nirbhar Bharat programme.
About Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited(SECI) :
Established - 2011
Chairman– Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi
Managing Director– Suman Sharma
15. Who was named as the ‘Person of the Year 2021’ by Time magazine?
1) Joe Biden
2) Jeff Bezos
3) Elon Musk
4) Mark Zuckerberg
5) Donald Trump
Answer- 3) Elon Musk

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Explanation:
The CEO of Tesla & SpaceX, Elon Musk named ‘Person of the Year 2021’ by Time magazine. He took
over the title from US President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris, who received the title in
2020.
• COVID-19 Vaccine scientists Kizzmekia Corbett, Barney Graham, Katalin Kariko and Drew
Weissman named ‘Heroes of the year 2021’ by Time Magazine. They were involved in developing
the m-RNA for COVID-19 Vaccine.
• American singer Olivia Rodrigo has been named TIME's ‘Entertainer Of The Year 2021’ &
American artistic gymnast Simone Biles has been named TIME's ‘Athlete of the Year 2021’.
16. In December 2021, SMALLCAP World Fund Increased its Stake in __________ from 4.24% to
5.18% through Open Market.
1) L&T Infrastructure Finance Ltd
2) Bajaj Finance Ltd
3) Gic Housing Finance Ltd
4) LIC Housing Finance Ltd
5) IIFL Finance Ltd
Answer- 5) IIFL Finance Ltd
Explanation:
SMALLCAP World Fund, Inc., has increased its stake in IIFL Finance Limited, a leading finance &
investment services company in India from 4.2473% to 5.1863% through the open market.
• Fairfax Group, backed by Prem Watsa, an Indian-Canadian billionaire, has divested a 3.2% stake in
IIFL Finance for Rs 365 crore through an open market transaction.
About IIFL Finance Limited:
Chairman– Nirmal Jain
Managing Director– Venkataraman Rajamani
Topic Name – Acquisition & Mergers
Difficulty level – Moderate
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who authored the Book, ‘Pride, Prejudice and Punditry’ in December 2021?
1) Salman Khurshid
2) Yashwant Sinha
3) Shashi Tharoor
4) K J Alphons
5) Natwar Singh
Answer- 3) Shashi Tharoor
Explanation:
Former union minister and Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Dr Shashi Tharoor‘s 23rd book titled
‘Pride, Prejudice and Punditry’ was launched in Hyderabad, Telangana
• There are ten sections in this book, each devoted to a particular topic such as modern Indian
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• Award: ‘Sahitya Akademi Award’ for 2019 was awarded to his book – ‘An Era of Darkness’.
IMPORTANT DAYS
18. What are the points that are correct with respect to the National Energy Conservation Day ?
A) Every year, National Energy Conservation Day is observed across India on 12th December &
the day organized by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy.
B) The Bureau of Energy Efficiency has organized the 31st National Energy Conservation Awards
2021 & 1st National Energy Efficiency Innovations Awards 2021.
C) The first ever National Energy Conservation Day was celebrated on 12th December 1997.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Answer- 2) Only B
Explanation:
Every year, National Energy Conservation Day is observed across India on 14th December & the day
organized by the Ministry of Power.
i. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has organized the 31st National Energy Conservation Awards
2021 & 1st National Energy Efficiency Innovations Awards 2021.
ii. The first ever National Energy Conservation Day was celebrated on 14th December 1991.
19. Which State observed the 82nd Nupi Lal Day on 12th December 2021?
2) Manipur
3) Tripura
4) Assam
5) Mizoram
Answer- 2) Manipur
Explanation:
The State of Manipur observed the 82nd Nupi Lal Day or Nupi Lal Memorial Day on 12th December
2021 to commemorate the 2 historic movements led by the women of Manipur against mass
exploitation and the famine triggered by the British IN 1904 & 1939.
• The day, also known as Nupee Lal Day or Nupi Lan day, pays homage to the sacrifices made by the
brave mothers of Manipur.
STATE NEWS
20. In December 2021, Which state approved to implement Atma Nirbhar Krishak Integrated
Development Scheme to boost the Agricultural Sector?
1) Karnataka
2) Bihar
3) West Bengal
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Andhra Pradesh

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Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved the implementation of Atma Nirbhar Krishak Integrated
Development Scheme in the state from 2021-22 to 2031-32 to boost the agriculture sector.
• The expected outlay for its implementation is Rs 1,220.92 crore for a period of 10 years.
About Uttar Pradesh (UP):
Chief Minister (CM)– Yogi Adityanath
Bird Sanctuary– Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Sur Sarovar (Keetham) Bird Sanctuary
Tiger Reserve– Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
21. Name the State that was recently (in Dec’21) signed a Record of Discussions with Japan
International Cooperation Agency to strengthen the health sector?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Karnataka
3) Tamil Nadu
4) Odisha
5) Kerala
Explanation:
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Tamil Nadu’s (TN) Health and Family Welfare
Department signed a Record of Discussions (RoD) for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable
Diseases (NCD) in the TN project.
• Under this project there will be strengthening of managerial and technical capabilities of health
personnel with respect to NCD prevention and control.
• The project will initiate in Q4FY21 and will be aligned with the Tamil Nadu Urban Health Care
Project.
Note- JICA has been supporting ‘Tamil Nadu Urban Health Care Project by providing a 25,537 million
Japanese Yen ODA loan to improve the urban healthcare services by developing related facilities & it was
signed in March 2016.
22. Which State signed an agreement with the United Nations Capital Development Fund (in
Dec’21) to launch Mission Shakti for Financial Empowerment of Women?
1) Kerala
2) Odisha
3) West Bengal
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 2) Odisha
Explanation:
An agreement has been inked between the state government of Odisha and the United Nations Capital
Development Fund’s (UNCDF) to launch Mission Shakti Living Lab empowering women economically
and drive gender equality.
About Mission Shakti:
• “Mission Shakti” is the self-help mission for empowering women through promotion of Women
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there are 6.02 lakh self-help groups (SHGs) comprising 70 lakh members across rural and urban
areas of Odisha under the initiative.
CA STATIC GK
23. The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) was under which Ministry?
1) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
2) Ministry of Coal
3) Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
4) Ministry of Power
5) Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Answer- 3) Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
Explanation:
About Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI):
SECI, under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)
Established - 20th September 2011
Chairman– Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi
Managing Director– Suman Sharma
24. In which year India set a target towards zero-emission cars at declaration of COP26?
1) 2025
2) 2040
3) 2030
4) 2024
5) 2035
Answer- 2) 2040
Explanation:
India has joined over 30 other countries in signing a declaration of COP26 to work towards ensuring
that only zero-emission cars and vans are sold by the year 2040.
25. Who is the only Indian to be named as the ‘Time Person of the Year’?
1) Indira Gandhi
2) B. R. Ambedkar
3) Jawaharlal Nehru
4) Subhas Chandra Bose
5) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer- 5) Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi is the only Indian to be named TIME Person of the Year, having been given the
honour in 1930.
The magazine described him as 'Saint Gandhi' and later named him as one of the 25 Political Icons of all
time.
26. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) was established in ______.

1) 2002

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2) 2002
3) 2004
4) 2001
5) 2003
Answer- 2) 2002
Explanation:
About Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE):
BEE was established on 1st March 2002 under the provisions of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001.
Director General– Abhay Bakre
27. Where is Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Gujarat
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 4) Gujarat
Explanation:
About Gujarat:
Governor – Acharya Devvrat
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Wild Ass Sanctuary, Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary
National Park – Gir National Park, Blackbuck National Park
28. The term ‘Narrow-Line Seyfert 1 (NLS1)’ is related to?

1) New Active Galaxy
2) Near Earth Asteroid
3) Crater on Mars
4) Planet in Kuiper Belt
5) Crater in Jupiter
Answer- 1) New Active Galaxy
Explanation:
Narrow-line Seyfert 1 (NLS1) galaxies are a class of active galactic nuclei (AGN) that have all the
properties of type 1 Seyfert galaxies but show peculiar characteristics, including the narrowest Balmer
lines, strongest Fe II emission, and extreme properties in the X-rays.
29. Which Organization spacecraft ‘Parker Solar Probe’ entered the sun’s upper atmosphere
corona?
1) European Space Agency
2) Spacex
3) NASA
4) ISRO
5) JAXA
Answer- 3) NASA

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Explanation:
The spacecraft, called the Parker Solar Probe, successfully entered and flew through the Sun's upper
atmosphere – the corona. The Spacecraft was launched by National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA). For the first time in history, a spacecraft has touched the corona of the Sun – an
extreme environment that's roughly 2 million degrees Fahrenheit.
30. What is the Minimum Amount to deposit in Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts?

1) 100
2) 150
3) 250
4) 50
5) 500
Answer- 3) 250
Explanation:
A Sukanya Samriddhi Account can be opened any time after the birth of a girl child till she turns 10,
where you will have to deposit a minimum of Rs 250. In subsequent years, a minimum of Rs 250 and a
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1. In December 2021, The Ministry of Defence handed over 5 ______ Developed Products & ____
Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LAToT) to the Armed Forces.
1) DRDO; 3
2) HAL; 4
3) DRDO; 6
4) Bharat Electronics; 4
5) HAL; 6
Answer- 3) DRDO; 6
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence handed over 5 DRDO developed products to the Armed forces & other
security agencies at an event held at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
celebrations.
i. Products that are handed over to the Armed Forces & Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) are Anti-Drone
system, Modular Bridge, Smart Anti Airfield Weapon (SAAW), Chaff Variants & the Light Weight Fire
Fighting Suit.
ii. He also handed over 6 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LAToT) to seven public and
private sector companies.
2. In December 2021, which State topped the List of states with Maximum number of
Beneficiaries assisted under Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana (ABRY)?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Maharashtra
3) Kerala
4) Tamil Nadu
5) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
The Central Government released the list of states with maximum number of beneficiaries to be assisted
under Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana (ABRY).
Rank States
1 Maharashtra
2 Tamil Nadu
3 Gujarat
The Central Government launched ABRY to incentivise employment generation in EPFO registered
establishments for a period from October 1, 2020 to March 31, 2022.
i.Under the ABRY, the government is paying both employees’ and employers’ contributions of 24% of
wages for establishments having 1,000 employees & 12% of wages for those with over 1,000
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3. Minister of Science & Technology Inaugurated the _____ Edition of the India International
Science festival at _________ held in December 2021.
1) 5th; Panaji, Goa
2) 7th; Kolkata, West Bengal
3) 6th; Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
4) 7th; Panaji, Goa
5) 5th; Kolkata, West Bengal
Answer- 4) 7th; Panaji, Goa
Explanation:
Minister of State(MoS) Science & Technology (S&T), inaugurated the 7th edition of the India
International Science festival, IISF at Panaji, Goa held from 10th December to 13th December 2021.
i. IISF is a joint program of the Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST), Ministry of Earth Sciences
(MoES) and Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA), a swadeshi science movement of Bharat.
ii. The theme of IISF 2021 is ‘Azadi Amrit Mahotsav’ – celebrating Creativity, Science, Technology and
Innovation for a prosperous India.
iii. The Nodal Agency for organizing IISF 2021 was the National Centre for Polar & Ocean Research, an
autonomous institute under the MoES.
4. In December 2021, which country signed an agreement with India to Boost Interregional
Cooperation in Gujarat and Andijan?
1) Uzbekistan
2) Tajikistan
3) Georgia
4) Ukraine
5) Kyrgyzstan
Answer- 1) Uzbekistan
Explanation:
Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Investments and Foreign Trade – Sardor Umurzakov
& Indian Envoy, Manish Prabhat pushes the states to cooperate to Boost Interregional Cooperation,
especially between Andijan (Uzbekistan) and Gujarat (India).
• The Countries welcomed the financial allocation of $448 million by Eximbank of India for
implementation of priority projects in Uzbekistan.
• 2 MoUs were signed between the Indian Embassy in Uzbekistan and the Ministry of Investments
and Foreign Trade of Uzbekistan
About Uzbekistan:
President – Shavkat Mirziyoyev
Capital – Tashkent
Currency – Uzbekistan Som (UZS)
5. Central Board of Direct Taxes launched ‘e-Verification Scheme 2021’ for faceless collection of
information of taxpayers & it is notified under 135A, Income Tax Act, ________.
1) 1961
2) 1970
3) 1966
4) 1977
5) 1981

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Answer- 1) 1961
Explanation:
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued new rules namely ‘e-Verification Scheme, 2021’
for faceless collection of information from taxpayers, where mismatches are detected.
• The scheme is notified under a provision in 135A, Income Tax Act, 1961.
About Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT):
Parent Ministry– Ministry of Finance
Chairperson– J.B. Mohapatra
6. Where did NTPC plan to establish India's 1st Hydrogen Microgrid Project?
1) Rourkela, Odisha
2) Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
3) Adilabad, Telangana
4) Bidar, Karnataka
5) Simhadri, Andhra Pradesh
Answer- 5) Simhadri, Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) has awarded a project of “Standalone Fuel-Cell
based Micro-grid with hydrogen production using electrolyser in Simhadri, Andhra Pradesh.
• It is India’s 1st Green Hydrogen based Energy Storage Project and one of the largest in the world.
About National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC):
Chairman & MD- Gurdeep Singh
Founded- 1975
Headquarters- New Delhi, India
7. PM Narendra Modi Inaugurated the 1st phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham project (in
Dec’21) in ____________ which connects the Kashi Vishwanath temple & _______ River.
1) Varanasi; Ganga
2) Ahmedabad; Narmada
3) Haridwar; Ganga
4) Varanasi; Yamuna
5) Ahmedabad; Ravi
Answer- 1) Varanasi; Ganga
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the 1st phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project (Kashi
Vishwanath Dham project) which connects the Kashi Vishwanath temple and Ganga ghats in Varanasi.
• 23 building spread over around 5 lakh square feet area was inaugurated as a part of the 1st phase
of the Rs 339 crore Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project.
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BANKING AND FINANCE
8. What are the points that are correct with respect to the RBI’s PCA framework for NBFCs that
was released in December 2021?
A) Provisions of the PCA framework will be effective from October 2022 based on the financial
position of NBFCs on or after March 31, 2022.
B) For the 1st time, RBI has made PCA applicable for NBFCs, until now which is applicable only
for Banks.
C) RBI introduced the PCA framework in December 2002 to supervise & regulate the banks that
become undercapitalised due to poor asset quality.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Both A & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Provisions of the PCA framework will be effective from October 2022 based on the financial position of
NBFCs on or after March 31, 2022.
i.PCA framework will be applicable to All Deposit-Taking NBFCs (Excluding Government Companies) &
All Non-Deposit Taking NBFCs.
ii.RBI introduced the PCA framework in December 2002 to supervise & regulate the banks that become
undercapitalised due to poor asset quality.
9. Name the Organization that recently (in Dec’21) approved a $112 million loan to establish
Assam Skill University.
2) World Bank
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $112 million loan to strengthen skills education
and training through the establishment of the Assam Skill University (ASU).
About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
President – Masatsugu Asakawa
Established – 19th December 1966
Headquarters – Manila, Philippines
Member Countries – 68 members (49 from Asia and Pacific regions)
10. Which company launched its 1st AI Powered Educational Technology (EdTech) platform
called, ‘Wealth academy’ (in Dec’21) to Train Traders & Investors?
1) PhonePe
2) Paytm
3) Cashfree

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4) PayPal
5) Razorpay
Answer- 2) Paytm
Explanation:
Paytm launched its 1st Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered Educational Technology (EdTech) platform
named, ‘Paytm Wealth academy’ for traders and investors.
About Paytm:
Founder & CEO – Vijay Shekhar Sharma
11. Who heads the 7-member Advisory Committee for Leveraging Regulatory & Technology
Solutions (ALeRTS) which was set up by SEBI in December 2021?
1) Malavika Harita
2) Damodaran
3) Michael Debrata Patra
4) Madhabi Puri Buch
5) Nageswara Rao
Answer- Madhabi Puri Buch
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has set up an Advisory Committee for Leveraging
Regulatory and Technology Solutions (ALeRTS) to enhance technological capabilities and explore
suitable technology solutions for the early detection of market anomalies.
• ALeRTS, is a 7-member committee headed by Madhabi Puri Buch, former whole-time member of
SEBI and has experts from various technology domains as members.
About Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI):
Chairperson– Ajay Tyagi
Established- 12 April 1992
12. Which Bank launched ‘Hyperlocal Banking Services’ along with Financial Software and
Systems (in Dec’21) to Boost Financial Inclusion?
1) Federal Bank
2) Axis Bank
3) IndusInd Bank
4) CSB Bank
5) City Union Bank
Answer- 4) CSB Bank
Explanation:
Financial Software and Systems (FSS) & CSB Bank have partnered to deliver hyperlocal banking
services to financially underserved segments.
• CSB Bank and FSS plan to open 1,000 Smart Cash franchisees in semi-urban and rural areas across
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About CSB Bank:
MD & CEO – C.VR.Rajendran
Headquarters – Thrissur, Kerala
13. Which company expanded its partnership (in Dec’21) with CBSE to provide a curriculum on
Digital safety & Online well-being & Augmented Reality for 1 Crore students across India?
1) Microsoft
2) TCS
3) Meta
4) Wipro
5) Twitter
Answer- 3) Meta
Explanation:
Meta is set to expand its partnership with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to provide
a curriculum on digital safety & online well-being and Augmented Reality (AR) for around 1 crore
college students & 10 lakh educators across India over the next 3 years.
• In line with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Meta & CBSE will collaborate on content
curation and development of curriculum integrating immersive technologies, AR and Virtual Reality
(VR).
14. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Sports Journalists’ Federation of India
Award 2021?
A) Sportsman of the year 2021 was awarded to Ravi Kumar Dahiya where Sportswoman of year
2021 was awarded to PV Sindhu.
B) Former Indian Cricketer, Sunil Gavaskar won the SJFI Medal & It is the highest honour of SJFI.
C) SJFI Annual General Meeting 2021 held in Guwahati, Assam.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
SJFI Sportsman of the year 2021 won by Neeraj Chopra & Sportswoman of the year 2021 won by
Mirabai Chanu.
i. Former Indian Cricketer, Sunil Gavaskar won the SJFI Medal & it is the highest honour of SJFI
ii. SJFI Annual General Meeting 2021 held in Guwahati, Assam.

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15. In December 2021 the official website of the forthcoming Multinational Naval Exercise –
MILAN 2022, that will be hosted by the Indian Navy is scheduled to be held at _______________.
1) Warangal, Telangana
2) Kochi, Kerala
3) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
4) Jajpur, Odisha
5) Howrah, West Bengal
Answer- 3) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Rear Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Chief Staff Officer (Technical), Eastern Naval Command (ENC) launched the
official website of the forthcoming Multinational Naval Exercise – MILAN 2022, a biennial multilateral
naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy.
i. The theme of MILAN 22 is ‘Camaraderie, Cohesion, Collaboration’.
ii. MILAN 22 is scheduled to be held at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh from 25th February to 4th
March 2022.
SPORTS
16. AIBA Extraordinary Congress 2021 adopted a comprehensive set of governance reforms
developed by independent experts and changed its acronym to _______.
1) BA
2) BI
3) ABI
4) WIBA
5) IBA
Answer- 5) IBA
Explanation:
The International Boxing Association (AIBA) Extraordinary Congress 2021 adopted a comprehensive
set of governance reforms developed by independent experts and changed its acronym from AIBA to
IBA.
i. The year 2021 marks the 75th anniversary of IBA.
ii. On the recommendation of the Governance Reform Group, the creation of a new Boxing Independent
Integrity Unit (BIIU) was the creation of a new Boxing Independent Integrity Unit, which is set to
become fully operational in the course of 2022.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who Authored the book, ‘Raj Kapoor: The Master At Work’ released by Venkaiah Naidu?
1) Anurag Singh Thakur
2) Venkaiah Naidu
3) Narendra Modi
4) Ram Nath Kovind
5) Amit Shah
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Explanation:
Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu released the book titled ‘Raj Kapoor: The Master At Work’
authored by Rahul Rawail.
• The book launch event was held at India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, coinciding with Raj Kapoor’s
97th birth anniversary.
• The vice president described the book as a “labour of love and dedication”.
18. Name the personality who released a book, ‘Principles and Practice of Oncology’ in December
2021.
1) Jagadish Mukhi
2) P. S. Sreedharan Pillai
3) Ramesh Bais
4) Ganeshi Lal
5) Banwarilal Purohit
Answer- 1) Jagadish Mukhi
Explanation:
The Governor of Assam, Jagadish Mukhi released a book titled ‘Principles and Practice of Oncology’
at the Raj Bhavan.
• The book is published by Director of Dr B Borooah Cancer Institute, Dr Amal Kataki and faculty
members of the Guwahati based institute.
• The book is based on ‘Oncology’ – the study of cancer.
STATE NEWS
19. Name the State that signed an Agreement with UN-FAO & ICAR (in Dec’21) to train farmers in
adopting sustainable agriculture?
1) Karnataka
2) Punjab
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
An agreement on Technical Cooperation Project has been inked by Andhra Pradesh Government with
the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO) & Indian Council of Agricultural
Research (ICAR) to help the state farmers in adopting a sustainable agriculture food system.
About United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO): Director-General– Qu
Dongyu
Headquarters– Rome, Italy
20. Which state signed a MoU with Rays Power Infra (in Dec’21) to generate 500 MW from Solar
Park?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Rajasthan
4) Haryana

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5) Punjab
Explanation:
The Rajasthan government has signed a MoU with Rays Power Infra to build an avant-garde PV
Photovoltaic (PV) Power Station (Solar Park) to generate 500 MW of green electricity.
• The MoU was finalized during the ongoing Dubai Expo, to reduce traditional electricity
consumption derived from non-renewable sources.
CA STATIC GK
21. Who is the 1st Chairperson of the Lokpal?

1) Ranjit Sinha
2) Ranjan Gogoi
3) Pinaki Chandra Ghose
4) Dipak Misra
5) Vinod Rai
Answer- 3) Pinaki Chandra Ghose
Explanation:
The 1st Chairperson of the Lokpal is Shri Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose, who is a former Judge of
supreme court of India. He took office in 2019.
22. Monetary Policy Committee of the RBI meets for ______ & reviews India’s monetary policy
status under one of its _______ type of Monetary Policy Stances.
1) 2 Months; 4
2) 5 Months; 3
3) 2 Months; 5
4) 5 Months; 6
5) 6 Months; 3
Answer- 1) 2 Months; 4
Explanation:
The Monetary Policy Committee of the Reserve Bank of India meets every two months to take key
decisions on the Monetary Policy of the Country.
i. There are 4 types of Monetary Policy Stances: Hawkish Monetary Policy Stance, Dovish Monetary
Policy Stance, Accommodative Monetary Policy Stance & Neutral Monetary Policy Stance.
ii. An accommodative stance means the MPC is willing to either lower rates or keep them unchanged.
23. Which of the following countries have land boundaries with Kazakhstan?
1) Russia
2) Uzbekistan
3) China
4) Both 1 & 2
5) All 1, 2 & 3
Answer- 5) All 1, 2 & 3
Explanation:
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24. Which of the following are Not correctly matched with their study?
1) Oncology - Study of Cancer
2) Anemology - Study of Wind
3) Cartology - Study of Maps
4) Cetology - Study of Skull
5) Nephology - Study of Clouds
Answer- 4) Cetology - Study of Skull
Explanation:
Cetology is the study of Whales & Craniology is the study of Skulls.
25. In which year the Central Board of Revenue got split into two boards, Central Board of Direct
Taxes & Central Board of Excise and Customs?
1) 1964
2) 1962
3) 1960
4) 1954
5) 1950
Answer- 1) 1964
Explanation:
The Central Board of Revenue got split in 1964 into two boards:
• Central Board of Direct Taxes
• Central Board of Excise and Customs
About Central Board of Direct Taxes:
• It is a statutory body established as per the Central Board of Revenue Act, 1963.
• It is India’s official financial action task force unit.
• It is administered by the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance.
26. Where is the Sports Journalists’ Federation of India located?

1) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3) Patna, Bihar
Answer- 4) Kolkata, West Bengal
Explanation:
About Sports Journalists’ Federation of India (SJFI):
SJFI was founded on 27th February 1976 at the Eden Gardens, Calcutta (now Kolkata), West Bengal.
President– A Vinod
27. Who was the 1st Person to score centuries in Both Innings of a Test match 3 times?
1) Rahul Dravid
2) Sunil Gavaskar
3) Kapil Dev
4) Anil Kumble
5) Sachin Tendulkar
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Explanation:
About Sunil Gavaskar:
i. Sunil Gavaskar hails from Mumbai, Maharashtra is also known as ‘Sunny’ and ‘the Little Master’.
ii. He held the record of 34 Test centuries for almost 2 decades. The record was broken by Sachin
Tendulkar in December 2005.
iii. He was the 1st person to score centuries in both innings of a Test match 3 times
28. The Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST) & Ministry of Earth Sciences(MoES) organized
the 1st Edition of the IISF in ___________.
1) 2014
2) 2016
3) 2018
4) 2015
5) 2017
Answer- 4) 2015
Explanation:
The Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST) & Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) organized the first
edition of the IISF in 2015 at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in New Delhi.
29. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is implemented by which Ministry?
1) Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
3) Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
4) Ministry of MSME
5) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Answer- 3) Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
Explanation:
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill
Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) implemented by National Skill Development Corporation
(NSDC).
30. PM Modi attended the 98th-anniversary celebrations of Sadguru Sadafaldeo Vihangam Yog
Sansthan in Varanasi. When Sadguru Sadafaldeoji Maharaj founded Vihangam Yoga school?
1) 1942
2) 1933
3) 1925
4) 1924
5) 1932
Answer- 4) 1924
Explanation:
According to Vihangam Yoga, a yoga school was founded by Sadguru Sadafaldeoji Maharaj in 1924, he
was born in the year 1888.
He was born in a renowned yogi family in the lineage of Maharishi Shringi .
Note- Vihangam Yoga is an Ancient Meditation Technique which was revived by Sadguru Sadafaldeoji
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU-IND) & ___________ signed a MoU (in Dec’21) for Data
Exchange.
2) Ministry of Science & Technology
3) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
5) Ministry of Electronics & IT
Answer- 3) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND), Ministry of
Finance signed a MoU for data exchange on an automatic and regular basis.
• It is on the line of vision of MCA and FIU-INDIA to harness data capabilities to ensure effective
enforcement.
About Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU-IND):
Director– Pankaj Kumar Mishra
Headquarter– New Delhi, Delhi
2. What are the points that are correct with respect to the Cabinet Approval in December 2021?
A) Incentive Scheme to Promote RuPay Debit cards & BHIM-UPI Transaction with an estimated
financial outlay of Rs 1,300 crore for 1 year.
B) PLI scheme with an outlay of Rs 76,000 crore to boost semiconductor & display manufacturing
& also incentives for the electronics sector to Rs 2.30 lakh crore.
C) Implementation of PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PM-KMY)for 2021-24 with an outlay of
Rs.93,068 crore to benefit 22 lakh farmers.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
Incentive Scheme to Promote RuPayDebit cards & BHIM-UPI Transaction with an estimated financial
outlay of Rs 1,300 crore for 1 year.
i. PLI scheme with an outlay of Rs 76,000 crore to boost semiconductor & display manufacturing &
also approved incentives for the electronics sector to Rs 2.30 lakh crore.
ii. Implementation of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) for 2021-26 with an outlay of
Rs.93,068 crore to benefit 22 lakh farmers.
Note- Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP), Har Khet ko Paani (HKKP) and Watershed
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3. The Cabinet recently (in Dec’21) approved the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal
Matters between India & which country?
1) Sri Lanka
2) China
3) South Africa
4) Poland
5) Spain
Answer- 4) Poland
Explanation:
The Cabinet approved the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters between the
Government of India and the Republic of Poland.
• It will increase the effectiveness of India in tackling criminal activities involving Poland.
• Note- The cabinet cleared a Bill on electoral reforms, including one to link the electoral roll with
Aadhaar on a voluntary basis to root out multiple enrolments.
4. Which organization recently (in Dec’21) entered into partnership with Ashok Leyland to
develop 600-HP Indigenous Combat Vehicle Engines?
1) DRDO
2) Bharat Dynamics
3) ISRO
4) Bharat Electronics
5) HAL
Answer- 1) DRDO
Explanation:
Ashok Leyland has partnered with Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment
(CVRDE), a premier lab of DRDO, to develop and manufacture 600-HP Indigenous Combat Vehicle
Engines & the partnership will power futuristic combat vehicles under the Atma Nirbhar Bharat
mission.
• Pravin Kumar Mehta, Distinguished Scientist & Director General, Armament & Combat Engineering
Systems (ACE), inaugurated the testing of the engine at the Engine Development Centre of Ashok
Leyland, near Chennai.
5. What are the points that are correct with respect to the 6th edition of the India Water Impact
Summit (IWIS) 2021?
A) IWIS 2021 was organized by National Mission for Clean Ganga & Centre for Ganga River Basin
Management & Studies in a Hybrid Mode.
B) Theme of IWIS 2021 was “River Resources Allocation Planning &Management at the Regional
Level”.
C) During this event, 5 MoU’s were signed which includes 2 MoU’s with Innovation Centre
Denmark & UPS Hungary to conserve the Ganga River Basin.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Both A & B
5) All A, B & C

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Explanation:
The IWIS 2021 was organized by National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) & Centre for Ganga River
Basin Management & Studies in a Hybrid Mode.
i.Theme of IWIS 2021 was River Resources Allocation Planning &Management at the Regional Level.
ii. During this event, 5 MoU’s were signed where 2 MoU’s signed with Innovation Centre Denmark &
UPS Hungary to conserve the Ganga River Basin.
6. Which country hosted the 8th Edition of Indian Ocean Dialogue in December 2021?
1) Germany
2) South Africa
3) India
4) UAE
5) France
Answer- 3) India
Explanation:
India hosted the 8th Edition of the Indian Ocean Dialogue virtually with the assistance of the Indian
Council for World Affairs and the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Secretariat.
• The dialogue was jointly hosted by the External Affairs Ministry and Indian Council of World
Affairs.
• Theme – Post Pandemic Indian Ocean: Leveraging Digital Technologies for Health, Education,
Development and Trade in IORA Member States.
7. Name the Organization that recently (in Dec’21) signed Rs 2,400 crore contract with BEL to
supply components for LCA 83 Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft programme for the period of 5 years.
1) ISRO
2) Bharat Dynamics
3) DRDO
4) HAL
5) Boeing India
Answer- 4) HAL
Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a Rs 2,400 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited
(BEL) for development and supply of 20 types of systems for LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) 83 Tejas
Mk1A fighter aircraft programme for 5years (2023 to 2028)
• Deliveries under 83 Tejas Mk1A order to the Indian Air Force (IAF) will commence from 2023-24.
• The LRUs have been indigenously designed & developed by Aeronautical Development Agency
(ADA), DRDO Labs, Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), Combat Aircraft Systems
Development and Integration Centre (CASDIC), and Central Scientific Instruments Organization
(CSIO).
8. What are the points that are correct with respect to the State of Foundational Literacy and
Numeracy in India Report released in December 2021?
A) Tamil Nadu and Punjab were tops in the large and small states categories respectively.
B) The report was prepared by the Institute for Competitiveness & released by the Economic
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C) The report is an indicator of literacy among children below 10 years & also access to quality
early childhood education in Indian states & UT.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
West Bengal and Kerala were tops in the large and small states categories respectively.
i. The index is an indicator of literacy among children below 10 years & also access to quality early
childhood education.
ii. The report was prepared by the Institute for Competitiveness & released by the Economic Advisory
Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM).
Lakshadweep (52.69) and Mizoram (51.64) were the top-scoring regions in the Union Territory and
Northeast state category, respectively.
9. Which Country recently (in Dec’21) signed a LoI with India’s Ministry of Information &
Broadcasting to enhance partnership in the field of digital media?
1) Myanmar
2) Sri Lanka
3) Bangladesh
4) Thailand
5) Vietnam
Answer- 5) Vietnam
Explanation:
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with
the Government of Vietnam, to enable collaboration in the field of digital media and strengthen the
partnership between India and Vietnam.
Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021:
MeitY notified the Information Technology Rules, 2021 on 25th February 2021 to ensure an open, safe,
and trusted Internet and accountability of intermediaries including the social media intermediaries to
users.
10. Name the organization launched the FinTech Hackathon ‘Sprint04: Market-Tech’ under I-
Sprint 21 in December 2021?
1) National Stock Exchange
2) National Payments Corporation of India
3) NITI Aayog
4) International Financial Services Centers Authority
Answer- 4) International Financial Services Centers Authority
Explanation:
During the closure of the InFinity Forum 2021, the International Financial Services Centers Authority
(IFSCA), launched the FinTech Hackathon ‘Sprint04: Market-Tech’ under I-Sprint 21.

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• Sprint04: Market-Tech hosted by IFSCA and GIFT city in collaboration with NSE (National Stock
Exchange).
BANKING AND FINANCE
11. Which organization signed an MoU with Western Union (in Dec’21) to enable Real-time Cross-
Border Transactions?
1) PayPal Payment Gateway
2) NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited
3) NPCI International Payments Limited
4) PayU Payment Gateway
5) InstaMojo Payment Gateway
Answer- 3) NPCI International Payments Limited
Explanation:
NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), international payments arm of National Payments
Corporation of India (NPCI) signed a MoU with Western Union to enable real-time Cross-Border
Transactions in India.
i. It is an umbrella organization for operating retail payments and settlement systems in India. It is an
initiative of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) under the provisions
of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
ii. It has been incorporated as a “Not for Profit” Company under the provisions of Section 25 of
Companies Act 1956 (now Section 8 of Companies Act 2013).
12. Which company launched ‘SafeCard’ a tokenization solution to become the 1st payment
platform to tokenize cards on Visa, Mastercard & Rupay networks?
1) Instamojo
2) PayPal
3) Cashfree
4) PhonePe
5) Paytm
Answer- 4) PhonePe
Explanation:
PhonePe launched PhonePe SafeCard which is a tokenization solution for online debit and credit card
transactions.
• PhonePe SafeCard supports all major card networks such as Mastercard, Rupay and Visa.
• Through this launch, PhonePe has become the 1st payments platform to tokenize cards on Visa,
Mastercard and Rupay card networks.
13. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) partnered with Pine Labs to enable EMI offers for Bank’s
Credit cardholders?
1) ESAF SFB
2) Equitas SFB
3) Capital SFB
4) AU SFB
5) Ujjivan SFB

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Answer- 4) AU SFB
Explanation:
Pine Labs, a merchant commerce platform, has partnered with AU Small Finance Bank, to enable the
bank’s credit cardholders to avail EMI offers.
• The Partnership offers EMI at the point of sale (PoS) and converts their customer’s regular
purchase into interest-free EMIs across the over 2 lakh merchant base of Pine Labs, pan India.
• Aim – To empower the underbanked with no cost EMI offers
14. Name the Bank that was recently (in Dec’21) renewed its MoU with the Indian Army to offer
benefits to Army personnel & their family through Defence Salary Package scheme.
1) ICICI Bank
2) HDFC Bank
4) City Union Bank
5) Federal Bank
Explanation:
The SBI has renewed its MoU with the Indian Army to offer benefits to all serving as well as retired
army personnel and their families through its Defence Salary Package (DSP) Scheme.
• Under this MoU, SBI will offer enhanced complimentary personal accidental insurance (Death)
cover, air accidental insurance (Death) cover, permanent/partial disability covers.
• It also supports the education of children and the marriage of girl children of deceased army
personnel.
15. In December 2021, _________ announced that the Global debt raised a record _______ in 2020 &
Global debt surged by 28% points to 256% of Global GDP.
1) World Bank; $335 trillion
2) IMF; $226 trillion
3) WTO; $112 trillion
4) IMF; $335 trillion
5) World Bank; $226 trillion
Answer- 2) IMF; $226 trillion
Explanation:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that the Global debt raised a record $226
trillion in 2020 as the world was hit by the Covid-19 pandemic and a deep recession.
i. Global debt rose by 28 percentage points to 256 percent of GDP in 2020
ii. IMF’s latest Global Debt Database figures the 2020’s debt as the largest 1-year debt surge since World
War II.
iii. According to the IMF, the public debt rose from 70 percent of GDP in 2007 to 124 percent of GDP in
2020 and the private debt rose at a moderate pace from 164 percent to 178 percent of GDP in 2020.

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16. Who was appointed as the chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (in Dec’21) after
succeeding General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff?
1) R. K. S. Bhadauria
2) Vijay Kumar Singh
3) MM Naravane
4) V R Chaudhari
5) Karambir Singh
Answer- 3) MM Naravane
Explanation:
The Chief of Army Staff, General MM Naravane, was appointed as the chairman of the Chiefs of Staff
Committee (CoSC).
i. The CoSC comprises the chiefs of the Army, Navy, and the Air Force & He succeeded General Bipin
Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) who died in an accident in Tamil Nadu.
• MM Naravane is the Senior most of the Chiefs of all Three Armed forces – Army, Navy & Air Force.
• The CDS heads the newly created Department of Military Affairs apart from acting as the
Permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who Authored the Book, ‘Rewinding the First 25 years of the Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology’?
1) Ravi Shankar Prasad
2) Arvind Kumar
3) S. S. Oberoi
4) Rajiv Jain
5) Jyoti Arora
Answer- 3) S. S. Oberoi
Explanation:
The book titled ‘Rewinding of First 25 years of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’
authored by S S Oberoi, the former adviser at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
(MeitY) was launched by Ajay Prakash Sawhney, Secretary of MeitY.
18. Name the Padma Awardee who authored the Telugu book, ‘Gandhi Topi Governor’, that was
released by Vice President Venkaiah Naidu.
1) B. N. Goswamy
2) M. T. Vasudevan Nair
3) Rangasami L. Kashyap
4) Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad
5) Sitakant Mahapatra
Answer- 4) Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad
Explanation:
M Venkaiah Naidu released the Telugu book titled ‘Gandhi Topi Governor’ by Padma Awardee Dr
Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad, Chairman, Official Language Commission, Andhra Pradesh(AP), at Upa
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• The book chronicles the life of Barrister Idpuganti Raghavendra Rao.
• Idpuganti Raghavendra Rao was a prominent freedom fighter, Legislator and the Governor of the
Central Provinces in the British Administration.
IMPORTANT DAYS
19. 16th December 2021 is observed across India & ______ to mark _____ Vijay Diwas to
commemorate the victory of Indian armed forces against Pakistan in the Liberation War, 1971.
1) Bhutan; 52th
2) Nepal; 49th
3) Bangladesh; 50th
4) Myanmar; 49th
5) Nepal; 50th
Answer- 3) Bangladesh; 50th
Explanation:
Vijay Diwas is annually observed across India and Bangladesh on December 16th to commemorate
the victory of Indian armed forces against Pakistan in the 1971 Indo Pak War, also known as the 1971
Liberation War.
• 16th december 2021 marks the celebration of the 50th vijay diwas (swarnim vijay diwas), the
golden jubilee of the 1971 liberation war.
• The year 2021 was celebrated as the Swarnim Vijay Varsh to mark the 50th anniversary of India’s
victory over Pakistan.
STATE NEWS
20. Which state recently (in Dec’21) launched Sports Action toward Harnessing Aspiration of
Youth (SAHAY) scheme to encourage the young sporting talents?
1) Jharkhand
2) Uttarakhand
3) Tripura
4) Assam
5) West Bengal
Answer- 1) Jharkhand
Explanation:
The Chief Minister (CM) of Jharkhand Hemant Soren has launched Sports Action toward Harnessing
Aspiration of Youth (SAHAY) scheme aimed at nurturing young sporting talents in Maoist-hit districts of
the state.
• This scheme has been launched to curb the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) which affected 19 of the
state’s 24 districts.
About Jharkhand:
Capital– Ranchi
Governor– Ramesh Bais
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21. Power Finance Corporation signed an agreement with GreenCell Mobility to lend Rs 275
crore for the deployment of 350 e-buses in which state?
1) Karnataka
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) Assam
5) West Bengal
Explanation:
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) signed an agreement with GreenCell Mobility, to lend INR 275 crore
for deployment of 350 electric buses across nine cities of Uttar Pradesh.
• The initiative is part of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
(FAME)-II scheme.
Stadium– Mahamaya Sports Stadium, Nehru Sports Stadium
Airport- Jhansi Airport, Moradabad Airport
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22. Which of the following States is Not one among them mentioned in the sixth schedule of the
Indian Constitution?
2) Assam
3) Meghalaya
4) Tripura
5) Mizoram
Explanation:
The sixth schedule contains provisions related to the Administration of Tribal Areas in the States
of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
• The Sixth Schedule provides for the administration of certain tribal areas as autonomous entities.
• The provisions of the sixth schedule are provided under Articles 244(2) and 275(1) of the Indian
Constitution.
23. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana was launched in which Year?
1) 2017
2) 2015
3) 2018
4) 2014
5) 2016
Answer- 2) 2015
Explanation:
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (Core Scheme)
launched in 2015. Centre- States will be 75:25 per cent. In the case of the north-eastern region and hilly
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• It focuses on enhancing water efficiency at farm level through micro irrigation technologies such as
”drip and sprinkler” irrigation.
24. Which State government plans to distribute 10 lakh LED bulbs to households in rural areas
under the Gram Ujala programme in 2022?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Kerala
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Jharkhand
Explanation:
As a part of the National Energy Conservation Scheme, The Andhra Pradesh government is planning to
distribute 10 lakh LED bulbs to households in rural areas at a highly subsidized rate of ₹10 per bulb
under the Gram Ujala programme from December 14 to February 15, 2022 with the support of
Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited
(EESL).
25. When was the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Established?
1) 1990
2) 1994
3) 1993
4) 1997
5) 1998
Answer- 4) 1997
Explanation:
About Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA):
Established – March 1997.
Headquarters – Ebene, Mauritius.
Members – 23 states (Indian Ocean border countries).
26. Who is the Father of the Indian IT Industry?

1) Gautam Adani
2) N.R. Narayana Murthy
3) Faqir Chand Kohli
4) Dhirubhai Ambani
5) Mukesh Ambani
Answer- 3) Faqir Chand Kohli
Explanation:
Faqir Chand Kohli, the 1st CEO of TCS is known as the “Father of Indian IT Industry”.
27. In which Year Bangladesh got Independence?

1) 1981
2) 1977
3) 1960
4) 1971

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5) 1973
Answer- 4) 1971
Explanation:
The violent crackdown by the Pakistan Army led to Awami League leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
declaring East Pakistan's independence as the state of Bangladesh on 26 March 1971.
28. In which country is the River Seine river located?

1) Germany
2) Spain
3) Italy
4) France
5) Egypt
Answer- 4) France
Explanation:
The Seine is a river in northern France. Its drainage basin is in the Paris Basin covering most of
northern France.
Note- Paris 2024 opening ceremony to be held on the River Seine.
29. Who was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of Piramal Realty in December 2021?
1) Sachin Tendulkar
2) Hrithik Roshan
3) Salman Khan
4) Farhan Akhtar
5) Rahul David
Answer- 4) Farhan Akhtar
Explanation:
Piramal Realty, the real estate arm of the Piramal Group, has roped in actor Farhan Akhtar as a brand
ambassador for its portfolio of residential projects in Mumbai and Thane.
30. India has co-chaired the Steering Leadership meeting of the Global Methane Initiative(GMI).
When was GMI launched?
1) 2005
2) 2003
3) 2004
4) 2006
5) 2002
Answer- 3) 2004
Explanation:
GMI is an international public-private initiative launched in 2004 which aims to achieve a global
reduction in anthropogenic methane emission through a partnership among developed and developing
countries having economies in transition.
Members: It is a voluntary Government and an informal international partnership having members
from 45 countries including the United States and Canada. India has been one of the members since its
inception.
Secretariat: It is currently hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. What are the points that are correct with respect to Cabinet approval (in Dec’21) on Women’s
Marriage Age ?
A) The minimum age of marriage for women was increased from 18 to 21 to improve nutritional
levels, health & social indices like MMR, IMR.
B) Recommendations for the age criteria was made by a task force headed by Jaya Jaitly.
C) This Amendment will be included to the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, Special
Marriage Act, 1954 & Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The minimum age of marriage for women was increased from 18 to 21 to improve nutritional levels,
health & social indices like MMR, IMR.
i. Recommendations for the age criteria was made by a task force headed by Jaya Jaitly.
ii. This amendment will be included to the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, Special Marriage Act,
1954 & Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
2. In December 2021, HAL secured an order for manufacturing - ‘ABHYAS’, High-Speed

Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) System from which organization?
1) Bharat Dynamics
2) Boeing India
3) Lockheed Martin India
4) DRDO
Answer- 4) DRDO
Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has obtained an order for manufacturing, assembly, integration,
testing and supply of High-Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) System, named ‘ABHYAS‘ from the
Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) of Defence Research and Development Organization
(DRDO).
• After completion of this order, HAL will become the Development-cum-Production Partner (DcPP)
for the supply of HEAT systems along with private firms (50 percent of the volume).
3. Which Ministry launched ‘LogiXtics’ - a Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) Hackathon
in December 2021?
2) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
3) Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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5) Ministry of MSME
Answer- 3) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation:
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce
and Industry (MCI) has launched the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) Hackathon –
‘LogiXtics’ with an aim to crowdsource ideas to benefit the logistics industry in India.
LogiXtics is organized by NITI Aayog & Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and supported by National
Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) & NICDC Logistics Data Bank Services Limited
(NLDSL).
4. In which state the Ministry of Science & Technology will set up 6 Nuclear Reactors with a total
capacity of 9900MW?
1) Kakrapar, Gujarat
2) Gorakhpur, Haryana
3) Narora, Uttar Pradesh
4) Kaiga, Karnataka
5) Jaitapur, Maharashtra
Answer- 5) Jaitapur, Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Ministry of Science and Technology granted ‘In-Principle’ approval for setting up 6 Nuclear Reactors
at Jaitapur in Maharashtra.
• The approval is for setting up 6 nuclear power reactors of 1650 MW each, making Jaitapur as
India’s largest nuclear power generating site with a total capacity of 9900 MW & Technical
cooperation is provided by the French Firm – Électricité de France (EDF).
• The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is involved in the development of pre-clinical
evaluation and obtaining the radiopharmaceuticals committee’s approval for human use.
BANKING AND FINANCE
5. Which Bank collaborated with online taxing platform ‘Clear’ (in Dec’21) to launch cost free
Income Tax Return (ITR) e-filing Facility for its NRI customers?
1) Axis Bank
2) ICICI Bank
3) IndusInd Bank
4) CSB Bank
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 4) CSB Bank
Explanation:
CSB Bank has tied up with Clear , an online tax filing platform, to launch an online, and free of cost ITR
(Income Tax Return) e-filing facility for its NRI customers.
• This collaboration will reduce customers’ efforts and time for tax filing.
6. In December 2021, ______ became the 1st Indian Insurance company to sign the UN’s Principles
for Responsible Investment on environmental, social & governance (ESG) issues.
1) Bharti Axa Life Insurance

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Answer- 5) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
Explanation:
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance (IPRULIFE), became the 1st Indian insurance company to sign the UN’s
Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI), to demonstrate commitment towards the
environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues.
• The UNPRI is an investor initiative in partnership with the two bodies of the United Nations – The
UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative & The UN Global Compact.
7. Name the bank that recently (in Dec’21) partnered with Home First Finance to offer Home
loans.
1) UCO Bank
3) Canara Bank
4) Union Bank of India
5) Bank of India
Answer- 4) Union Bank of India
Explanation:
Union Bank of India (UBI) has entered into a strategic co-lending partnership with Home First Finance
Company India Ltd (HomeFirst) to offer home loans to customers at competitive interest rates.
• HomeFirst will retain a minimum of 20% of the loan while 80% will be retained by UBI.
About Union Bank of India:
CEO & MD – Rajkiran Rai. G
8. Which company signed a co-lending Agreement with IndusInd Bank (in Dec’21) to support
Farmer Producer Organizations?
1) Agribazaar
2) DeHaat
3) Samunnati
4) Crofarm
5) Unnati
Answer- 3) Samunnati
Explanation:
India’s largest agri-tech enterprise, Samunnati, has entered into a co-lending agreement with IndusInd
Bank to expand credit accessibility for Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) across India.
• Under the co-lending agreement, Rs 15 crore will be disbursed as an initial amount to farmer
collectives.
• Objective: To ensure the self-sustainability and profitability of Farmer Collectives and their
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9. Which of the following types of Financial institutions were included into RBI's eligibility list of
Agency Banks (in Dec'21)?
1) Scheduled payments banks
2) Merchant Banks
3) scheduled small finance banks
4) Only 1 & 3
5) Only 1 & 2
Answer- 4) Only 1 & 3
Explanation:
Scheduled payments banks and Scheduled small finance banks will be eligible to conduct
Government agency business, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
• On May 10, 2021, RBI, revised the existing guidelines on ‘Appointment of Scheduled Private Sector
Banks as Agency Banks of RBI’ for authorizing Scheduled Private Sector Banks as agency banks of
RBI for conducting govt business (Central and/or State).
• All the instructions/conditions prescribed on May 10, 2021, will henceforth be applicable to the
scheduled payments banks and scheduled SFBs.
10. Which company signed an MoU with NAB FOUNDATION (in Dec’21) to Provide Services to 1
lakh Small Farmers?
1) FreshMenu
2) Innoterr
3) HungerBox
4) Zomato
5) Faasos
Answer- 2) Innoterr
Explanation:
Food and tech platform Innoterra signed a MoU with NAB FOUNDATION to develop farmer clusters
through its products and services.
• NABFOUNDATION is a not-for-profit organization of the National Bank for Agricultural & Rural
Development (NABARD).
• The services will be provided in selected clusters over the next two years that will increase farm
incomes over 3-5 years.
11. Name the company that recently (in Dec’21) launched the ‘Health Prime’ wellness rider to all
its customers who registered with the Health insurance & personal accident policies.
2) Aviva Life Insurance
5) Bharti Axa Life Insurance
Answer- 1) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
Explanation:
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance launched the ‘Health Prime’ wellness rider, which can be availed by
its Customers who are registered with the health insurance & personal accident policies of Bajaj Allianz
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• The rider is collaborating with Bajaj Finserv Health to provide the benefit of 90,000 doctors to the
customers of Bajaj Allianz General Insurance.
About Bajaj Allianz General Insurance:
MD & CEO-Tapan Singhel
Headquarters- Pune, Maharashtra
Founded-2001
12. Identify the Indian Shooter who won the “Best Female Debut” honour at the Paralympic Sport
Awards 2021.
1) Anjum Moudgil
2) Avani Lekhara
3) Elavenil Valarivan
4) Apurvi Chandela
5) Mehuli Ghosh
Answer- 2) Avani Lekhara
Explanation:
Indian shooter Avani Lekhara won the “Best Female Debut” honour at the 2021 Paralympic Sport
Awards.
• The Awards were announced by the International Paralympic Committee.
Note- In 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, She became the 1st Indian woman to win 2 Paralympic medals in a
single edition of the Games & she created history by winning India’s first Gold medal in Shooting at the
2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
13. Who became the 1st Foreigner to Receive Bhutan’s Highest Civilian Award, ‘Ngadag Pel gi
Khorlo’ in 2021?
1) Bidhya Devi Bhandari
2) Joe Biden
3) Narendra Modi
4) Sheikh Hasina
5) Kamala Harris
Explanation:
On the occasion of Bhutan’s 114th National Day, The Kingdom of Bhutan has honoured Narendra Modi,
PM of India with Bhutan’s highest civilian award Ngadag Pel gi Khorlo also known as Order of the
Dragon King (Druk Gyalpo).
PM Modi becomes the 1st foreigner to receive the coveted award.
14. Who became the 1st Indian Industrialist to receive TiE’S Global Entrepreneur of the Year
2021 Award for Business Transformation?
1) KM Birla
2) Gautam Adani
3) Azim Premji
4) Naveen Jindal
5) Mukesh Ambani

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Answer- 1) KM Birla
Explanation:
The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) conferred the 2021’s ‘Global Entrepreneur of the Year’ Award in
Business Transformation on Kumar Mangalam Birla, chairman Aditya Birla Group in Dubai, UAE.
KM Birla is the 1st Indian industrialist to receive this prestigious award.
Other personalities who were awarded in 2021:
• Elon Musk (Global Entrepreneur of the Year-Immigrant Entrepreneur)
• Jeff Bezos (Global Entrepreneur of the Year-First Generation)
• Satya Nadella (Global Entrepreneur of the Year-Entrepreneurial CEO)
15. Name the Personality who won Britain’s Knight Bachelor (in Dec’21) for Services to
Motorsport.
1) Jackie Stewart
2) Lewis Hamilton
3) George Russell
4) Max Chilton
5) Lando Norris
Answer- 2) Lewis Hamilton
Explanation:
British racing driver Lewis Hamilton, who has won the Formula one (F1) Championship 7 times has
been honoured with Britain’s Knight Bachelor, for Services to Motorsport.
• Lewis Hamilton received Knighthood from Charles, The Prince of Wales, in a ceremony at Windsor
Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England.
• Hamilton is the 4th F1 driver to receive the knighthood & He is the first and the only active racer to
receive the honors.
16. Hyundai Motor Company appointed ________ as the Managing Director of Hyundai Motor India
Limited (HMIL) from 1st January 2022.
1) Seon Seob Kim
2) Choon Hang Park
3) Unsoo Kim
4) Majji Naidu
5) Bo Shin Seo
Answer- 3) Unsoo Kim
Explanation:
Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) has appointed Unsoo Kim as the Managing Director of Hyundai Motor
India Limited (HMIL), starting from 1st January 2022.
• He will replace Seon Seob Kim (SS Kim), who will lead the Global Operations Division in Hyundai
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17. In December 2021, ___________ launched a Management Information System portal called
‘Vikas Portal’ for rankings of States/UTs in Land Acquisition Projects under RFCTLARR Act, ______
1) Ministry of Rural Development; 2015
2) Ministry of Panchayati Raj; 2013
3) Ministry of Home Affair; 2015
4) Ministry of Rural Development; 2013
5) Ministry of Panchayati Raj; 2019
Answer- 4) Ministry of Rural Development; 2013
Explanation:
Union Minister Giriraj Singh, Ministry of Rural Development launched MIS (Management Information
System) portal namely ‘Vikas Portal’ for rankings of States/Union Territories (UTs) in Land Acquisition
Projects under RFCTLARR Act, 2013.
• RFCTLARR - Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and
Resettlement.
• It is developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) team of Department of Land Resources
(DoLR), MoRD with zero cost.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
18. Who authored the book, “The Monk Who Transformed Uttar Pradesh”?
1) Kashinath Singh
2) Leema Dhar
3) Shantanu Gupta
4) Jeelani Bano
5) Sonroopa Vishal
Answer- 3) Shantanu Gupta
Explanation:
The book titled “The Monk Who Transformed Uttar Pradesh: How Yogi Aditynath Changed UP Waala
Bhaiya’ abuse to a Badge of Honour”, authored by Shantanu Gupta.
• The book underlines the journey of Uttar Pradesh (UP) Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath, from
being born in Uttarakhand to becoming a Nath Panthi saint, to CM of Uttar Pradesh.
IMPORTANT DAYS
19. International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers is annually observed across the globe
on?
1) 17th December
2) 15th December
3) 14th December
4) 18th December
5) 16th December

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Explanation:
International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers is annually observed across the globe on 17th
December to focus attention on the hate crimes committed against sex workers across the globe.
• ‘Red Umbrella’ is the symbol for sex workers’ rights across the globe.
• The International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers was started by the Sex Workers
Outreach Project(SWOP), USA & inaugurated by Dr Annie Sprinkle on 17th December 2003.
STATE NEWS
20. In December 2021, Which State launched ‘Khel Nursery Scheme 2022-23’ to promote sports?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Rajasthan
3) Punjab
4) Haryana
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 4) Haryana
Explanation:
Haryana’s Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs Sandeep Singh launched ‘Khel Nursery
Scheme 2022-23’ to promote sports in the state.
• The scheme promotes sports nurseries that will be started in government, private educational
institutions and private sports institutions.
• The sports nurseries are being opened for the sports included in the Olympic, Asian and
Commonwealth Games.
21. Which state signed an MoU with Tata Motors Limited (in Dec’21) to Set Up Vehicle Scrapping
Facility?
1) West Bengal
2) Kerala
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) Maharashtra
5) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Tata Motors Limited has signed a MoU with the state government of Maharashtra through the
Industries, Energy & Labour Department to support the establishment of a Registered Vehicle Scrapping
Facility (RVSF) in Maharashtra.
The MoU was concluded at the Conference on Investment Opportunities in Highway, Transport and
Logistics in Mumbai
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22. The 1st Paralympic Games was held in which country?

1) Atlanta, USA
2) Sydney, Australia
3) Tokyo, Japan
4) Beijing, China

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5) Rome, Italy
Answer- 5) Rome, Italy
Explanation:
The 1st ever Paralympic games were held in 1960 at Rome, Italy
• Paralympic Symbol consists of 3 ‘Agitos’ (meaning ‘I Move’)
23. When was Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) established?

1) 1959
2) 1952
3) 1940
4) 1947
5) 1950
Answer- 3) 1940
Explanation:
About Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL):
Chairman & MD – R. Madhavan
24. In 2021, Which state government nominated Shooter Avani Lakhera as Brand Ambassador
for 'Beti Bachao and Beti Padhao' Project?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Punjab
3) Rajasthan
4) Haryana
5) West Bengal
Explanation:
In 2021, the government of Rajasthan nominated Avani Lakhera as the brand ambassador of the ‘Beti
Bachao and Beti Padhao’ project under the department of Women and Child Development.
25. Who is the current (as of Dec’21) chairman of the Indian Paralympic Committee?
1) Girish N Gowda
2) Devendra Jhajharia
3) Deepa Malik
4) Gursharan Singh
5) Narinder Batra
Answer- 3) Deepa Malik
Explanation:
Deepa Malik is currently the president of the Paralympic Committee of India. Oravel Stays Ltd (OYO)
has appointed Deepa Malik, an Indian athlete and a silver-medalist at the 2016 Paralympic Games, as an
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26. As the Amendment of Sharda Act of 1929, the Women’s Marriage was increased from ______ to
18 years in 1978.
1) 12 years
2) 15 years
3) 13 years
4) 16 years
5) 14 years
Answer- 2) 15 years
Explanation:
Women’s age of marriage was increased from 15 years to 18 years in 1978, by amending the erstwhile
Sharda Act of 1929.
27. What is the Tagline of IndusInd Bank?

1) Relationship Beyond Banking
2) We Make You Feel Richer
3) Together We Can
4) Your Perfect Banking Partner
Answer- 2) We Make You Feel Richer
Explanation:
28. What is the currency of Bhutan?

1) Yen
2) Rupee
3) Ngultrum
4) Rupiah
5) Peso
Answer- 3) Ngultrum
Explanation:
About Bhutan:
King– Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Prime Minister– Lotay Tshering
Capital– Thimphu
Currency– Ngultrum
29. Match the following Governors with their respective state (as of Dec’21)
i. Bandaru Dattatreya a. Goa
ii. Acharya Dev Vrat b. Haryana
iii. P.S. Sreedharan Pillai c. Assam
iv. Jagdish Mukhi d. Gujarat
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2) i-b, ii-d, iii-a, iv-c
3) i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
4) i-b, ii-d, iii-c, iv-a
5) i-a, ii-d, iii-c, iv-b
Answer- 2) i-b, ii-d, iii-a, iv-c
Explanation:
• Bandaru Dattatreya - Haryana
• Acharya Dev Vrat - Gujarat
• P.S. Sreedharan Pillai - Goa
• Jagdish Mukhi - Assam
30. Which is the Largest Nuclear Power Plant in India?

1) Gorakhpur Nuclear Power Plant
2) Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant
3) Kaiga Nuclear Power Plant
4) Kakrapar Nuclear Power Plant
5) Tarapur Nuclear Power Plant
Answer- 2) Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant
Explanation:
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu is the highest capacity nuclear plant in India with an
installed capacity of 2000 MW.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. In December 2021, PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ganga Expressway in
which district?
1) Dhanbad, Jharkhand
2) Birbhum, West Bengal
4) Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh
5) Sheikhpura, Bihar
Answer- 4) Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the longest highway in India, the Ganga
Expressway in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh (UP) to offer fast-paced connectivity in India.
• The six-lane 594 km long expressway will be built at a cost of about Rs 36200 crore and will
connect the western and eastern regions of UP.
• The highway will pass through different districts of up such as meerut, hapur, bulandshahr,
amroha, sambhal, budaun, shahjahanpur, hardoi, unnao, rae bareli, pratapgarh and prayagraj.
2. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the MoUs signed during the National
Conference on Investment Opportunities in Highway, Transport & Logistics in December 2021?
A) Union Government & Maharashtra government signed a MoU to set up 5 more Multi-Modal
Logistics Parks.
B) Maharashtra Government & Cooperative Energy Recycling & Organics (CERO) signed MoU to
set up additional Vehicle Scrapping Facilities to reduce pollution.
C) MoU signed between MoRTH, IIT Madras & MapmyIndia to launch FREE-TO-USE navigation
app service for citizens.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The Union Government & Maharashtra government signed a MoU to set up 5 Multi-Modal Logistics
Parks.
i. Maharashtra Government & Cooperative Energy Recycling & Organics (CERO) signed MoU to set up
additional Vehicle Scrapping Facilities to reduce pollution.
ii. MoU signed between MoRTH, IIT Madras & MapmyIndia to launch FREE-TO-USE navigation app
service for citizens & make road travel safer.
Note- The conference was held in Mumbai, Maharashtra & series of MoUs were signed under the
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3. Where was the 11-day long 24th Edition of Lokrang 2021 held?
1) Dispur, Assam
2) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 5) Jaipur, Rajasthan
Explanation:
The 11-day long 24th ‘Lokrang-2021’, an annual festival of folk artists was held at Jawahar Kala
Kendra (JKK) in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
• The 11-day festival began on December 16 & It was inaugurated by Art & Culture Minister of
Rajasthan, BD Kalla.
• It will comprise National Handicrafts Fair in Shilpgram (rural arts and crafts complex in JKK) in
collaboration with RUDA & Rajasthani Language Writing Festival.
4. Name the Organization that recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘Project AMBER‘ along with
Generation India Foundation (GIF) to Empower Youth with Industry Relevant Skills?
1) National Skill Development Corporation
2) National Cooperation Development Corporation
3) National Handloom Development Corporation
4) National Research Development Corporation
5) National Entrepreneurship Development Corporation
Answer- 1) National Skill Development Corporation
Explanation:
National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) & Generation India Foundation (GIF) launched ‘Project
AMBER‘ (Accelerated Mission for Better Employment and Retention) at New Delhi to bridge the gap
between skilling and employment.
• Under the project, training will be provided for 30,000 youth with 50% of them being women under
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs) & Many job roles are involved in this project to bridge
the gap between skilling & employment.
About National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC):
Establishment – July 31, 2008
Headquarters – NewDelhi, Delhi
Chairman – A M Naik
5. In December 2021, Which Country along with India announced a programme called
‘Technology-based Energy Solutions: Innovations for Net Zero’?
1) Australia
2) United Kingdom
3) Indonesia
4) United States
5) Japan
Answer- 4) United States
Explanation:
India & the United States (US) announced a new programme ‘Technology-based Energy Solutions:
Innovations for Net Zero’ to support innovations to tackle climate and clean energy challenges.

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• The new program aligns with the goals under the U.S.-India Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030
partnership agreement signed in April 2021.
About the United States (US):
President- Joe Biden
Capital- Washington, D.C.
Currency– United States Dollar
6. Chief Justice of India, Justice NV Ramana inaugurated India’s 1st (IAMC) International
Arbitration and Mediation Centre in which City?
1) Surat, Gujarat
2) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
3) Bangalore, Karnataka
4) Hyderabad, Telangana
5) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 4) Hyderabad, Telangana
Explanation:
Justice NV Ramana, Chief Justice of India(CJI) & K Chandrasekhar Rao, Chief Minister(CM) of
Telangana have inaugurated India’s 1st International Arbitration and Mediation Centre (IAMC) at
Phoenix VK Tower at Nanakramguda, Hyderabad, Telangana.
• The benefits of arbitration over traditional litigation are fewer delays, less expenditure and more
involvement of the parties in the process.
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. In December 2021, RBI Authorized __________ to collect indirect taxes on behalf of the Central
Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
1) City Union Bank
2) RBL Bank
3) IndusInd Bank
4) CSB Bank
5) Karnataka Bank
Answer- 2) RBL Bank
Explanation:
RBI has granted permission to RBL Bank to collect indirect taxes on behalf of the Central Board of
Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
• In November 2021, RBL Bank had got permission from RBI to collect direct taxes. Thus the current
announcement enables the bank to collect both direct & indirect taxes.
• It is Based on the recommendation from the Controller General of Accounts, the Ministry of Finance.
8. In December 2021, IFSCA Sets up a Committee for Creating Framework for Transfer of Stressed
Loan to financial institutions which will be chaired by?
1) Urjit Patel
2) Ajay Kumar
3) G Padmanabhan
4) Raghuram Rajan
5) Deepak Kumar

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Answer- 3) G Padmanabhan
Explanation:
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) set up a committee for creating a
framework for the transfer of stressed loans from domestic lenders to financial institutions.
• Former executive director of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) G Padmanabhan will chair the
committee along with expertise in banking and legal firms.
About Reserve Bank of India (RBI):
Governor – Shaktikanta Das
9. In December 2021, Indian Government & the Germany Development Bank signed ____________
Euro loan for Surat Metro Rail project.
1) 221.27 Million
2) 442.26 Million
3) 665.54 Million
4) 331.65 Million
5) 140.54 Billion
Answer- 2) 442.26 million
Explanation:
Indian Government & the Germany Development Bank- KfW (Kreditanstalt fur Wiederaufbau) signed
442.26 million Euro loan for 40.35 km Surat Metro Rail project in Gujarat.
About Surat Metro Project:
In January 2021, PM, Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the project with an objective to
strengthen the transport infrastructure & It comprises two corridors, while corridor-1 is 21.61 km long
and is from Sarthana to Dream City & Corridor-2 is 18.74 km long and is from Bhesan to Saroli.
10. Which Organization signed a MoU with Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Limited (in Dec’21) to
set up a 500 KLD Bioethanol plant in Gujarat?
1) ONGC
2) SAIL
4) GAIL India
5) Oil India
Answer- 4) GAIL India
Explanation:
A MoU was signed between Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Limited (GACL) and GAIL (India) limited for
setting up of a 500 Kilo Litre Per Day (KLD) capacity Bioethanol plant in Gujarat and for cooperation in
other business areas of mutual interest.
• This MoU was signed on the lines of the roadmap launched by PM Narendra Modi for 20% Ethanol
Blending in Petrol by 2025 in order to reduce import of crude oil.
• The By-Product from this plant will be 135 KTPA (Kilo-Tons Per Annum) Protein-rich Animal feed
and 16.50 KTPA of Corn Oil.

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About GAIL (Gas Authority of India Limited):
Parent Ministry- Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG)
Chairman & Managing Director - Manoj Jain
Headquarter- New Delhi, Delhi
11. Who was appointed as the Chancellor of Austria (in Dec’21) by succeeding Alexander
Schallenberg?
1) Karl Nehammer
2) Olaf Scholz
3) Pedro Sánchez
4) Angela Merkel
5) Mario Draghi
Answer- Karl Nehammer
Explanation:
Karl Nehammer was appointed as chancellor of Austria by President of Austria, Alexander Van der
Bellen in a ceremony in Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria.
• He is succeeding the career diplomat Alexander Schallenberg who took charge as chancellor in
October 2021.
• Karl Nehammer from the ruling conservative Austrian People’s Party (ÖVP), previously served as
the Interior Minister of Austria.
12. Which Organization recently (in Dec’21) test fired its New generation ballistic missile ‘Agni P’
from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam island off the Odisha coast?
1) ISRO
2) Indian Army
3) DRDO
4) Indian Navy
5) HAL
Answer- 3) DRDO
Explanation:
Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully test-fired its new generation
Agni Prime (Agni-P) missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam island off the Odisha coast in Balasore.
• The ‘Agni P’ is a two-stage canisterised solid propellant ballistic missile with dual redundant
navigation and guidance system
• The test was done from a defence base at The Agni-P is a new generation advanced variant of the
Agni class of missiles. The surface nuclear capable ballistic missile with a range of 1000 to 2000
km.
About Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO):
Chairman -Dr G Satheesh Reddy
Headquarters- New Delhi
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SPORTS
13. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Commonwealth Weightlifting
Championships 2021?
A) India won 4 Gold, 7 Silver, & 5 Bronze with a total of 16 Medals in Commonwealth
Weightlifting Championships 2021 that was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
B) Purnima Pandey & Bindyarani Devi won the Gold Medal in the +87kg Women’s Category & 55
kg Clean & Jerk event respectively.
C) Vikas Thakur & Anuradha Pavunraj won Bronze Medal & Guru Raja and Lovepreet Singh won
Silver Medal.
1) Only A & C
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Both B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
India won 4 Gold, 7 Silver, & 5 Bronze with a total of 16 Medals in Commonwealth Weightlifting
Championships 2021 that was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
i. Purnima Pandey won the Gold Medal & Bindyarani Devi won Silver Medal in 55 kg Clean & Jerk
event respectively.
ii. Vikas Thakur & Anuradha Pavunraj won Bronze Medal & Guru Raja and Lovepreet Singh won Silver
Medal.
14. Who won Gold Medal at the World Weightlifting Championships 2021 that was held in
Tashkent?
1) Jhilli Dalabehera
2) Bindyarani Devi
3) Raja Muthupandi
4) Kunjarani Devi
5) Mirabai Chanu
Answer- 2) Bindyarani Devi
Explanation:
Bindyarani Devi won the Gold Medal in the 55 kg Clean & Jerk event in World Weightlifting
Championships 2021, which was held at Tashkent in December 2021.
• She is India’s only medallist at the World Weightlifting Championships 2021.
OBITUARY
15. R.L. Jalappa was recently (in Dec’21) passed away in Kolar, Karnataka. He was the former
Union Minister at _________________.
2) Ministry of Coal
4) Ministry of Textiles

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Answer- 4) Ministry of Textiles
Explanation:
R.L. Jalappa, a veteran leader of the Indian National Congress(INC) & the former Union Minister of
Textiles has passed away in Kolar, Karnataka.
Awards:
The Government of Karnataka honoured him with the D Devaraj Urs Award in 2015 for his contribution
to the field of education and development.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
16. Who Authored the book, “India’s Ancient Legacy of Wellness”?

1) Aseem Chawla
2) Syed Akbaruddin
3) Rekha Chaudhari
4) Jerry Rao
5) Surya Prakash
Answer- 3) Rekha Chaudhari
Explanation:
A book titled “India’s Ancient Legacy of Wellness” authored by Dr Rekha Chaudhari was launched in
the presence of the Governor of Maharashtra, Bhagat Singh Koshyari.
• It was launched on the occasion of World Digital Day (WDD) celebration.
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. What is the theme of the 70th International Migrants Day that was observed across the globe
by the UN on 18th December 2021?
1) Harnessing The Potential Of Human Mobility
2) Migrants and Refugees Challenge Us
3) Together we heal, learn and shine
4) Migration With Dignity
5) Reimagining Human Mobility Background
Answer- 1) Harnessing The Potential Of Human Mobility
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Migrants Day is annually observed across the world on
December 18th to increase the interest of the international community on effective and full protection
of the human rights of the migrants.
• The theme of International Migrants Day 2021 is “Harnessing The Potential Of Human
Mobility”.
• The year 2021 marks the 70th anniversary of the International Organization for Migration (IOM),
established in 1951.
18. World Arabic Language Day is annually observed across the globe by the United Nations on
_________.
1) 18th December
2) 15th December
3) 17th December

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4) 19th December
5) 16th December
Explanation:
The annual United Nations’ (UN) World Arabic Language Day was observed on the 18th December
2021.
• The theme of World Arabic Language Day 2021 was ‘Arabic Language, a bridge between
civilisations’.
• World Arabic Language Day was first celebrated in 2012.
• This observance coincides with the same day (December 18) in 1973 when the UN General
Assembly (UNGA) adopted Arabic as its sixth official language.
19. National Minorities Rights Day is annually observed across India on 18th December. In which
year is the 1st National Minorities Rights Day observed in India?
1) 2015
2) 2012
3) 2009
4) 2011
5) 2013
Answer- 5) 2013
Explanation:
The Minorities Rights Day in India was 1st observed on 18th December 2013.
• Minorities Rights Day is annually observed across India on 18th December to create awareness on
the Constitutionally-assured rights of religious minorities.
• The day is annually celebrated by the National Commission for Minorities (NCM)
STATE NEWS
20. The Tamil Nadu government announced “Tamil Thai Vazhthu” as the State Song of TN. It was
written by _________.
1) Subramania Bharati
2) Manonmaniam Sundaranar Pillai
3) VOC Pillai
4) E.V. Ramaswamy
5) M. Karunanidhi
Answer- 2) Manonmaniam Sundaranar Pillai
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu Government announced ``Tamil Thai Vazhthu”(‘Neerarum Kadaludutha’) from
Manonmaneeyam (Tamil Drama), written by Tamil scholar Manonmaniam Sundaranar Pillai as the
State Song of Tamil Nadu.
• The song should be sung in 55 seconds in Mullaipaani Ragam(Mohana Raagam).

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CA STATIC GK
21. Match the following Folk Dance with their Respective state.
i. Kunbi a. Tamil Nadu
ii. Dhobia b. West Bengal
iii. Dolu Kunitha c. Goa
iv. Chhau d. Uttar Pradesh
1) i-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b
2) i-b, ii-d, iii-a, iv-c
3) i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
4) i-b, ii-d, iii-c, iv-a
5) i-a, ii-d, iii-c, iv-b
Answer- 1) i-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b
Explanation:
Folk Dance State
Kunbi Goa
Dhobia Uttar Pradesh
Dolu Kunitha Tamil Nadu
Chhau West Bengal
22. Who is the 48th Chief Justice of India?

1) Ranjan Gogoi
2) Jagdish Singh Khehar
3) Dipak Misra
4) NV Ramana
5) Sharad Arvind Bobde
Answer- 4) NV Ramana
Explanation:
NV Ramana is an Indian judge who is serving as the 48th and current Chief Justice of India.
23. The 1st IFSC in India, Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) was set up in which
state?
3) Patna, Bihar
Answer- 4) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Explanation:
The 1st IFSC in India has been set up at the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in
Gandhinagar, Gujarat

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• An IFSC enables bringing back the financial services and transactions that are currently carried out
in offshore financial centres by Indian corporate entities and overseas branches/subsidiaries of
Financial Institutions (such as banks, insurance companies, etc.) to India.
24. In June 2021, The Government of India set a target for 20% ethanol blending in petrol by
2025 to reduce import of Crude Oil. What is the current ethanol blending with petrol in India?
1) 9.5%
2) 6.5%
3) 8.5%
4) 7.9%
5) 10%
Answer- 3) 8.5%
Explanation:
In June 2021, The central government released an expert committee report on the Roadmap for Ethanol
Blending in India by 2025.
Currently, 8.5% of ethanol is blended with petrol in India & in June Government of India has advanced
the target for 20% ethanol blending in petrol (also called E20) to 2025 from 2030.
Ethanol:
It is one of the principal biofuels, which is naturally produced by the fermentation of sugars by yeasts or
via petrochemical processes such as ethylene hydration.
25. When the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program was launched by the Government
of India to enable India attain self-sufficiency in the field of missile technology?
1) 1992
2) 1982
3) 1983
4) 1986
5) 1994
Answer- 3) 1983
Explanation:
IGMDP (Integrated Guided Missile Development Program), It was conceived by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam to
enable India attain self-sufficiency in the field of missile technology.
It was approved by the Government of India in 1983 and completed in March 2012.
The 5 missiles (P-A-T-N-A) developed under this program are:
• Prithvi: Short range surface to surface ballistic missile.
• Agni: Ballistic missiles with different ranges, i.e. Agni (1,2,3,4,5)
• Trishul: Short range low level surface to air missile.
• Nag: 3rd generation anti-tank missile.
• Akash: Medium range surface to air missile.
26. Which of the following are the longest of the Agni series (as of Dec’21) launched by DRDO?
1) Agni III
2) Agni-V
3) Agni II
4) Agni IV
5) Agni-P

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Answer- 2) Agni-V
Explanation:
Range of other Agni Missiles:
• Agni I: Range of 700-800 km.
• Agni II: Range more than 2000 km.
• Agni III: Range of more than 2,500 Km
• Agni IV: Range is more than 3,500 km and can fire from a road mobile launcher.
• Agni-V: The longest of the Agni series, an Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) with a range of
over 5,000 km.
27. How many Official Languages are there in the United Nation?
1) Seven
2) Four
3) Five
4) Six
5) Three
Answer- 4) Six
Explanation:
There are six official languages of the UN. These are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and
Spanish.
28. The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) was established under the National
Commission for Minorities Act ,__________.
1) 1988
2) 1990
3) 1992
4) 1995
5) 1997
Answer- 3) 1992
Explanation:
About National Commission for Minorities (NCM):
i. The establishment of the Minorities Commission has been envisaged in the Ministry of Home Affairs
Resolution dated 12th January 1978.
ii. The NCM was established under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992.
29. Where is Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary located?

1) Himachal Pradesh
2) Uttarakhand
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Gujarat
5) Bihar

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Explanation:
About Uttar Pradesh(UP):
Governor – Anandiben Patel
Bird Sanctuary – Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary ,Hathinala Renukut (Sonbhadra)
Festival – Ganga Dussehra, Buddha Purnima
30. In December 2021, CCI suspended Amazon to acquire a stake in _____________ & imposed Rs 202
crore penalty on the e-commerce sectors.
1) Hinduja Group
2) ITC Limited
3) Bajaj Group
4) Godrej Group
5) Future Group
Answer- 5) Future Group
Explanation:
Competition Commission of India (CCI) suspended its more than two-year-old approval for Amazon’s
deal to acquire a stake in Future Group Pvt Ltd and also imposed a Rs 202 crore penalty on the e-
commerce major for certain contraventions.



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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. In December 2021, the _____ Meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue 2021 was held in New
Delhi under the chairmanship of _____________.
1) 3rd; Narendra Modi
2) 2nd; S Jaishankar
3) 4th; Narendra Modi
4) 3rd; S Jaishankar
5) 4th; Raj Nath Singh
Answer- 4) 3rd; S Jaishankar
Explanation:
The 3rd meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue 2021 was held in New Delhi under the
chairmanship of Dr S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister (EAM) of India, that saw the participation of
Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan & Uzbekistan.
i. The Ministers also emphasized the optimum usage of the International North-South Transport
Corridor (INSTC), as well as the Ashgabat Agreement & inclusion of Chabahar Port within the
framework of INSTC.
2. Which of the following was inscribed on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
of Humanity during 16th session of IGC 2021?
1) Chhath
2) Bathukamma
3) Kathok Chenmo
4) Durga Puja
5) Kolattam
Answer- 4) Durga Puja
Explanation:
The Intergovernmental Committee (IGC) of UNESCO’s 2003 Convention on Safeguarding of the
Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) has inscribed ‘Durga Puja in Kolkata’ on the Representative List of
ICH of Humanity during its 16th session of IGC 2021 which was held in Paris, France.
i. Other ICH from India - Kumbh Mela (2017), Yoga (2016), Navroz (2016).
ii.'Congolese Rumba' , a musical dance from Congo was also inscribed in the UNESCO Representative
List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
3. Name the Organization that signed an MoU with National Cadet Corps (in Dec’21) to reuse
plastic wastes collected by cadets during ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’.
1) NHPC Limited
3) National Highways Authority of India
5) Indian Railway
Answer- 3) National Highways Authority of India

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Explanation:
National Cadet Corps (NCC) signed a MoU with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to
reuse plastic wastes collected by NCC cadets during Puneet Sagar Abhiyan & other cleanliness
activities in country-wide road construction by NHAI.
i. As a part of MoU, IITs, NIITs, & NGOs are also approached for their cooperation in recycling and
utilization of the plastic wastes collected.
ii. IIT Kharagpur has already agreed to extend its technical expertise in this along with NGO, Odisha
Yuva Chetana Sangathan.
4. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Vietnam’s Minister of Culture, H.E.
Nguyen Van Hung visit to India in December 2021?
A) Letter of Intent was signed between 2 countries to enhance cooperation in the Postal Sector in
line with the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
B) First-ever MoU was signed between 2 countries to promote scientific & technical cooperation
in marine science & ecology for 5 years.
C) 12 MoUs were signed between 2 countries at a Vietnam India Business Forum which was
organized by the Embassy of Vietnam & the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Both countries signed a Letter of Intent to enhance cooperation in the Postal Sector in line with the
Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
i. First-ever MoU was signed between 2 countries to promote scientific & technical cooperation in
marine science & ecology for 5years.
ii. 12 MoUs were signed between 2 counties at a Vietnam India Business Forum which was organized by
the Embassy of Vietnam & the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
5. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the multiple development projects
worth Rs. 650 crores that were launched by PM Narendra Modi on Goa liberation day 2021?
A) PM Inaugurated a Nuclear Power plant at Panaji which was constructed under Integrated
Power Development Scheme.
B) PM launched Super speciality hospital block at Goa medical college which was constructed
under Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.
C) The aviation skill development centre at Mopa airport was launched to provide training in 16
job profiles.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & C
5) Only B & C

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Explanation:
The gas-insulated substation at Davorlim- Navelim , Margao was inaugurated & the substation was
constructed under Integrated Power Development Scheme.
Other Launched:
i. The New South Goa district Hospital was built at the cost of 220 crores with modern medical
infrastructure including Out Patient Department (OPD) services in 33 specialities.
ii. Renovated Fort Aguada jail museum is done at 28 crores which highlights the sacrifices and
contributions made by freedom fighters, who fought for liberation of Goa.
6. Who inaugurated the All India Mayors’ Conference held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh?
1) Venkaiah Naidu
2) Narendra Modi
3) Raj Nath Singh
4) Amit Shah
5) Ram Nath Kovind
Explanation:
Narendra Modi, PM of India virtually inaugurated the All India Mayors’ Conference held at Pt
Deendayal Upadhyay Trade Facilitation Centre in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh(UP).
• The theme of the conference was ‘New Urban India’.
7. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the President’s Visit to Bangladesh in
December 2021?
A) Ram Nath Kovind presented a replica of the 1971-era MIG 21 aircraft to Bangladesh
B) The newly reconstructed Sree Ramna Kali Mandir in Dhaka was inaugurated by the President
Ram nath Kovind which was destroyed by Pakistani forces in March 1971.
C) President Ram Nath Kovind visited Bangladesh to attend the 50th Victory Day celebrations at
the National Parade ground in Dhaka as a guest of honour.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Ram Nath Kovind presented a replica of the 1971-era MIG 21 aircraft to Bangladesh to commemorate
the armed forces of India & Bangladesh during the liberation war.
i. The newly reconstructed Sree Ramna Kali Mandir in Dhaka was inaugurated by the President Ram
nath Kovind which was destroyed by Pakistani forces in March 1971.
ii. President Ram Nath Kovind visited Bangladesh to attend the 50th Victory Day celebrations at the
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8. As per the Global Spam & Scam Report 2021 released by Truecaller, India ranked _______ Most
Spammed Country in World while ______ tops the list for the 4th year.
1) 2nd; Brazil
2) 3rd; Peru
3) 4th; Brazil
4) 3rd; Ukraine
5) 4th; Peru
Answer- 3) 4th; Brazil
Explanation:
According to the 5th edition of Truecallers’ annual report “2021 Global Spam & Scam Report”, which
lists the Top 20 Countries Affected by Spam Calls in 2021, India Ranked 4th Most spammed country in
the world. In 2020, India secured 9th position.
• Brazil has retained its title as the most spammed country in the world for the 4th year, followed
by Peru and Ukraine.
9. Which Organization launched the ‘State of the World’s Land and Water Resources (SOLAW)
2021’ Report (in Dec’21) under the theme - “Systems at breaking point”?
1) IMF
2) UNEP
3) FAO
4) UNDP
5) UNESCO
Answer- 3) FAO
Explanation:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) launched the State of the World’s
Land and Water Resources for Food and Agriculture – Systems at breaking point Synthesis report 2021
(SOLAW 2021)
• The report highlights the worsening state of the earth’s soil, land and water resources and the
challenges it poses for feeding a global population which is expected to reach 10 billion by 2050.
• The central theme of SOLAW 2021 is “Systems at breaking point”.
About Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Director-General– QU
Dongyu
Headquarters– Rome, Italy
BANKING AND FINANCE
10. Which Company recently (in Dec’21) partnered with Edelweiss General Insurance to offer
Digital Motor Insurance?
1) Freecharge
2) MobiKwik
3) PhonePe
4) Razorpay
5) Paytm
Answer- 3) PhonePe

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Explanation:
Edelweiss General Insurance (EGI) has partnered with PhonePe to offer quick and easy, digital motor
insurance products to all its customers.
• EGI has also launched need-based, bite-sized insurance products in partnership with some of the
other best brands in the digital ecosystem.
• EGI also has an extensive omnichannel digital distribution platform along with its own digital
platforms and marketplaces.
11. Name the company that recently (in Dec’21) signed a partnership agreement with CSC e-
Governance Services India to nourish insurance penetration in Rural Network?
2) Reliance General Insurance
3) Kotak Mahindra General Insurance
4) Bharti AXA General Insurance
5) Liberty General Insurance
Answer- 5) Liberty General Insurance
Explanation:
Liberty General Insurance signed a partnership agreement with CSC (Common Service Centres) e-
Governance Services India under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
• Objective: To strengthen insurance penetration in rural areas across India by selling insurance
products through the CSC network.
• The agreement will empower the Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) through new skills and
knowledge of products and services.
12. Which Small Finance Bank (SFB) became the Banking Partner of the Maharashtra
Government in December 2021?
1) A U SFB
2) Capital SFB
3) Ujjivan SFB
4) Equitas SFB
5) Utkarsh SFB
Answer- 4) Equitas SFB
Explanation:
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited ( ESFBL) has empanelled as the banking partner of the state
government of Maharashtra with an aim to offer its services to employees of the State Government.
Note: The Bandhan Bank, Karur Vysya Bank, and the South Indian Bank have been assigned the role of
distributing salaries and allowances to the government employees.
About Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited:
MD & CEO– Vasudevan Pathangi Narasimhan
Headquarters– Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Tagline– It’s Fun Banking

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13. Which Organization received the Prestigious Golden Peacock Environment Management
Award (GPEMA) 2021 in the Steel Sector for the 3rd consecutive year?
1) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam
2) Jindal Steel and Power
3) SAIL
4) Tata Steel
5) JSW Steel
Answer- 3) SAIL
Explanation:
The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), awarded with the prestigious Golden Peacock Environment
Management Award (GPEMA) 2021 for the 3rd consecutive year in the Steel Sector by the Institute of
Directors (IOD).
About the Golden Peacock Environment Management Award:
i. Golden Peacock Environment Management Award is a prestigious award that was instituted by the
World Environment Foundation in 1998.
ii. It encourages corporate companies to enhance their environmental performances.
14. Who won Chile presidential elections in December 2021 to become the Youngest-
everPresident elect of Chile?
1) Gabriel Boric
2) Jair Bolsonaro
3) Pedro Sanchez
4) Adama Barrow
5) Jose Antonio Kast
Answer- 1) Gabriel Boric
Explanation:
Gabriel Boric won Chile presidential elections, to become the youngest-ever President elect of Chile. He
defeated his opposition Jose Antonio Kast in the elections
• Gabriel Boric will assume office in March 2022, and he belongs to the Social Convergence party.
15. Name the Indian Cricketer who was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of Uttarakhand State
in December 2021?
1) Ravindra Jadeja
2) KL Rahul
3) Hardik Pandya
4) Rishabh Pant
5) Jasprit Bumrah
Answer- 4) Rishabh Pant
Explanation:
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami appointed Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant as the ‘State Brand
Ambassador’ with the aim of encouraging the youth of the state towards sports and public health.

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About Uttarakhand:
Biosphere reserve- Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
Dance- Barda Nati, Langvir Nritya, Ramola
16. Identify the Organization that was recently (in Dec’21) conducted a flight demonstration of
Controlled Aerial Delivery System (CADS) in Agra, New Delhi.
1) Indian Army
3) ISRO
4) HAL
5) DRDO
Answer- 5) DRDO
Explanation:
DRDO has conducted a flight demonstration of its Controlled Aerial Delivery System (CADS) by the
DRDO’s Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE) in Agra, New Delhi.
About The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO):
Parent Ministry – Ministry of Defence (MoD)
Chairman – G Satheesh Reddy
17. Name the Indian Navy’s 2nd Indigenous Stealth Guided-missile destroyer of the P15B class
went for the 1st Sea Trials in December 2021.
1) INS Shikra
2) INS Surat
3) INS Mormugao
4) INS Imphal
5) INS Visakhapatnam
Answer- 3) INS Mormugao
Explanation:
During the Goa Liberation day, Indian Navy’s 2nd Indigenous stealth guided-missile destroyer of Project
12 B class ‘Mormugao’ went for maiden sea trials.
• Mormugao is being built at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDSL) as part of the Project 15B
destroyers & It is planned to be commissioned in mid 2022.
Note- In November 2021, INS Visakhapatnam and the fourth P75 submarine INS Vela were
commissioned into the Indian Navy.
SPORTS
18. Who became 1st Indian shuttler to win a silver medal in the men’s singles at the BWF world
championships 2021?
1) Sameer Verma
2) Prannoy HS
3) Kidambi Srikanth
4) Lakshya Sen

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5) Chirag Shetty
Answer- 3) Kidambi Srikanth
Explanation:
Kidambi Srikanth (India) became the 1st Indian shuttler to win a silver medal in the men’s singles at
the Badminton World Federation (BWF) world championships.
• Loh Kean Yew from singapore won Gold Medal in the men’s singles at the (BWF) world
championships 2021 held in Huelva, Spain.
• India’s Lakshya Sen & Denmark’s Anders Antonsen won the Bronze Medal in the Men’s Singles in
BWF world championships 2021.
About Badminton World Federation (BWF):
President – Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen
Headquarters – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
IMPORTANT DAYS
19. International Human Solidarity Day is annually observed across the globe by the UN on
________.
1) 20th December
2) 18th December
3) 21th December
4) 19th December
5) 17th December
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Human Solidarity Day is annually observed across the globe
on 20th December to create awareness about the importance of solidarity, a socio-ethical & political
concept.
• The day commemorates the establishment of the World Solidarity Fund on 20th December 2002.
• The 1st ever International Human Solidarity Day was observed on 20th December 2006.
STATE NEWS
20. Which state declared the Lord Krishna Balram Jagannath Rath Yatra as the State festival in
December 2021?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Punjab
3) Uttarakhand
4) Rajasthan
5) Haryana
Answer- 2) Punjab
Explanation:
The CM of Punjab, Charanjit Singh Channi declared Lord Krishna Balram Jagannath Rath Yatra as an
annual state festival in December 2021.
• Punjab Government also announced a grant of Rs 2.51 crore for the Iskcon Temple in Ludhiana,
Punjab
• Rath Yatra is organized by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

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21. Name the State that was recently (in Dec’21) created 3 New districts - Tseminyu, Nuiland and
Chumukedima?
1) Assam
2) Mizoram
4) Nagaland
5) Sikkim
Answer- 4) Nagaland
Explanation:
The State Government of Nagaland has created three new districts namely Tseminyu, Nuiland and
Chumukedima, reaching the total district tally of the state to 15.
• Tseminyu became the 13th district followed by Nuiland and Chumukedima as 14th and 15th
Districts respectively.
22. Which State launched Mukhyamantri Vayu Swasthya Seva Scheme to offer free Healthcare
services to the Remote areas?
1) Assam
2) Odisha
3) Punjab
4) West Bengal
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 2) Odisha
Explanation:
The Odisha Government launched the Mukhyamantri Vayu Swasthya Seva (Air Health Services) scheme
at the Biju Patnaik International Airport to offer Free Healthcare services to the remote areas of the
Odisha Districts.
• Under this scheme, specialist doctors will be flown to remote areas of Odisha to treat the people
suffering from serious diseases.
CA STATIC GK
23. In which State Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium is located?

1) Haryana
2) Punjab
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Goa
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 4) Goa
Explanation:
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium is an indoor stadium located on the campus of Goa University
at Taleigao, Goa.
24. How many Intangible Cultural Heritage elements in India on the UNESCO Representative List
of ICH of Humanity?
1) 12
2) 11

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3) 14
4) 10
5) 9
Answer- 3) 14
Explanation:
India has 14 intangible cultural heritage elements on the prestigious UNESCO Representative List of
Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
25. What is the Capital of Vietnam?

1) Seoul
2) Victoria
3) Hanoi
4) Bangkok
5) Naypyidaw
Answer- 3) Hanoi
Explanation:
About Vietnam:
Capital – Hanoi
Currency – Vietnamese dong
President – Nguyen Xuan Phuc
26. Which day is celebrated as Goa Liberation Day?

1) 17th December
2) 19th December
3) 21th December
4) 18th December
5) 20th December
Explanation:
Goa Liberation Day is celebrated on December 19 every year to mark the success of Operation Vijay.
27. Which City is known as the Steel City of India?

1) Gwalior
2) Jamshedpur
3) Raichur
4) Surat
5) Coimbatore
Answer- 2) Jamshedpur
Explanation:
Jamshedpur or Tatanagar known as the ‘Steel City of India’ was established by Jamsetji Tata in 1919.
• It is the largest and most populous city in Jharkhand and first planned industrial city in India.
28. Nora dance drama inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Nora Dance Drama
belongs to which country?
1) Indonesia
2) South Korea

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3) Thailand
4) Myanmar
5) Vietnam
Answer- 3) Thailand
Explanation:
Nora is a form of dance-drama performed mainly in the southernmost provinces of Thailand.
29. Joumou Soup inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Joumou soup belongs to
which country?
1) Jamaica
2) Mexico
3) Cuba
4) Haiti
5) Peru
Answer- 4) Haiti
Explanation:
Soup joumou is a mildly spicy soup native to Haitian cuisine.
• Haiti celebrated their freedom by finally consuming the soup and Haitians traditionally serve it on
New Year's Day to commemorate the anniversary of liberation from slavery.
30. The Juang tribe belongs to which state of India?

1) Assam
2) Karnataka
3) Odisha
4) Nagland
5) Tripura
Answer- 3) Odisha
Explanation:
The Juang tribe is one of the PVTGs that belong to the Munda ethnic group and live in Keonjhar,
Dhenkanal, Angul and Jajpur districts of Odisha and speak the Juang language, which is accepted as a
branch of the greater Austroasiatic language family

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1. Name the Multinational Exercise that was recently (in Dec’21) organized in Pune, Maharashtra
to develop capabilities in disaster management aspects of the BIMSTEC?
1) PANEX-21
2) MILEX-21
3) KAZIND-21
4) SIMBEX-21
5) JIMEX-21
Answer- 1) PANEX-21
Explanation:
The 3rd edition of multi-national – multi-agency exercise, PANEX-21, was organized at Pune,
Maharashtra to develop capabilities in disaster management aspects for the BIMSTEC Nation.
i. It is a Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise & It was participated by subject
matter experts and delegates from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand
(BIMSTEC) countries.
2. Which Organization developed India's 1st GIS based ‘Automatic Water Supply System’ for
citizens of Cantonment Boards under eChhawani project?
1) Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences
2) Gujarat Council of Science & Technology
3) Raman Research Institute
4) Bhaskaracharya Institute for Space Applications & Geo informatics
5) National Remote Sensing Centre
Answer- 4) Bhaskaracharya Institute for Space Applications & Geo informatics
Explanation:
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched India’s 1st Geographic Information System (GIS) Based
‘Automatic Water Supply System’ for citizens of Cantonment Boards under eChhawani project.
i. The module for this system has been developed by Bhaskaracharya Institute for Space Applications
and Geo informatics (BISAG) under the guidance of Defence Secretary & Director General of Defence
Estates (DGDE), Delhi.
ii. The integration of the system with the e-Chhawani portal is done by Bharat Electronics Limited
(BEL).
3. Which Country’s Foreign Affairs Minister recently (in Dec’21) visited India & signed an
agreement with India on diplomatic training & Program of cooperation?
1) Uzbekistan
2) Turkmenistan
3) Kazakhstan
4) Tajikistan
5) Kyrgyzstan
Answer- 4) Tajikistan

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External Affairs Ministerof India (EAM) S Jaishankar & Tajikistan foreign minister Sirojiddin
Muhriddin signed agreements on diplomatic training & program of cooperation.
i. Tajikistan foreign minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin who was on an official visit to India from 18 to 20
December 2021 to attend the 3rd meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue (18-19 December 2021).
4. Which International Organization recently (in Dec’21) signed a Statement of Intent with NITI
Aayog to promote Millet Production in India?
2) World Trade Organization
3) International Food Policy Research Institute
4) World Food Program
Answer- 4) World Food Program
Explanation:
NITI Aayog has signed a Statement of Intent with the United Nations (UN) World Food Program (WFP)
for mainstreaming of millets & supporting India in knowledge exchange using the opportunity of 2023
as International Year of Millets.
i. The outcomes of the partnership between Niti Aayog & WFP will be achieved in 4 phases.
5. In December 2021, Which Organization launched 1st AgriTech Challenge cohort 2021 along
with NITI Aayog to help smallholder farmers across Asia and Africa?
2) World Trade Organization
3) United Nations Capital Development Fund
5) World Bank
Answer- 3) United Nations Capital Development Fund
Explanation:
NITI Aayog, AIM & the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) has launched the 1st
AgriTech Challenge cohort 2021 for its Agri-tech program that aims to help smallholder farmers
across Asia and Africa to address their challenges in the aftermath of the pandemic.
BANKING AND FINANCE
6. Which Company recently (in Dec’21) signed a partnership agreement with NPCI to encourage
Skill Development of NPCI employees?
1) Vedantu
2) Udemy
3) Unacademy
4) Toppr
5) Doubtnut
Answer- 2) Udemy
Explanation:
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) signed a partnership agreement with Udemy Business,
to encourage innovative learning and skill development for employees of NPCI.

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i. Through the mission ‘Talent Development for All’ of NPCI, it provides capacity building programmes
in AI, Machine Learning , Blockchain, Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), Robotic Process Automation
(RPA), etc.
MD and CEO- Dilip Asbe
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) signed a MoU with Care Health Insurance to offer Health
Insurance Products?
1) Assam Gramin Vikash Bank
2) Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank
3) Karnataka Gramin Bank
4) Uttarakhand Gramin Bank
5) Kerala Gramin Bank
Answer- 3) Karnataka Gramin Bank
Explanation:
Karnataka Gramin Bank (KGB) has signed a MoU with Care Health Insurance Ltd to market health
insurance products for customers of the bank across 22 districts of Karnataka.
About Karnataka Gramin Bank (KGB):
Headquarters – Ballari, Karnataka
CEO – Nandini K R, IAS
8. In December 2021, Mastercard Partnered with __________ to offer Tokenization for Card-Based
Payments.
1) Paytm
2) Google Pay
3) MobiKwik
4) PhonePe
5) Freecharge
Answer- 2) Google Pay
Explanation:
Mastercard and Google Pay have partnered to offer tokenized card services that will enable Google Pay
users to safely transact money using Mastercard credit and debit cards.
i. Android users of Google Pay can scan and pay across all Bharat QR-enabled merchants, tap-and-pay,
and make in-app transactions through their Mastercard debit and credit card.
ii. Mastercard Digital Enablement Service (MDES) allows payment credentials to be securely stored in
the mobile devices in the form of a digital token.
9. Which company recently (in Dec’21) collaborated with Clove Dental to offer Dental Insurance?
1) ICICI Lombard General Insurance
2) Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance
3) Max Life Insurance
5) Bharti AXA Life Insurance
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Explanation:
ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company has collaborated with Clove Dental to offer dental
insurance.
i. The offering will be covered under the OPD (Outpatient Department) benefit and will be available on a
cashless basis to customers.
About ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited:
MD & CEO– Bhargav Dasgupta
10. In December 2021, Who won the UN Women's Award for Leadership Commitment to Gender
Equality?
1) Nirumala Rajesh
2) Pallavi Sherring
3) Namita Vikas
4) Mridula Ramesh
5) Divya Hegde
Answer- 5) Divya Hegde
Explanation:
An Indian Climate Action Entrepreneur from Udupi, Karnataka Divya Hegde has won the United Nation
(UN) Women’s Award for Leadership Commitment at the 2021 Regional Asia-Pacific Women’s
Empowerment Principles (WEP) Awards ceremony.
i. She has been recognised for her sustained efforts in advancing gender equality through climate action
efforts.
ii. Her organization, Baeru Environmental Services, works in the areas of waste management, creation
of livelihoods for rural women, and developing a circular economy in the region.
11. Which Bank Tops the Digital Payments for FY 2020-21 as per the data released by the
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology?
1) SBI
2) Canara Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Bank of Baroda
5) Axis Bank
Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) achieves top position in overall digital transactions among large banks for FY20-
21.
i. It was felicitated by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) at the Digital
Payments Utsav.
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MD & CEO– Sanjiv Chadha
Headquarter– Vadodara, Gujarat
Amalgamated banks– Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank
12. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the BWF’s Athletes Commission
2021-2025?
A) PV Sindhu Re-elected as Member of BWF’s Athletes’ Commission for 2nd term till 2025
B) Poul-Erik Høyer from Germany is the current chair of BWF’s Athletes’ Commission.
C) 6 members were appointed to the commission & PV Sindhu is the only member who stood for
re-election.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only A & C
Explanation:
The Badminton World Federation (BWF)’s Athletes’ Commission chaired by Marc Zwiebler (Germany).
President– Poul-Erik Høyer
Headquarters– Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
13. Who was recently (in Dec’21) appointed as the Director-General of the BrahMos Aerospace
Private Limited?
1) Satheesh Reddy
2) Dinesh Kumar Batra
3) Atul Dinkar Rane
4) Siddharth Mishra
5) Alok Verma
Answer- 3) Atul Dinkar Rane
Explanation:
Senior DRDO Scientist Atul Dinkar Rane has been appointed as the Director-General (DG) of the
BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited, Which manufactures the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.
i. He was a part of the core team of BrahMos Aerospace, since its foundation as a joint venture with
Russia.
14. In December 2021, CCI approved acquisition of 100% shareholding in Air India Limited, Air
India Express & 50% of shares in Air India SATS (AISATS) by which organisation?
1) AirAsia
2) TajAir
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4) CMC Limited
5) Talace Private
Answer- 5) Talace Private
Explanation:
Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved acquisition of 100% shareholding in Air India Limited
(AI), Air India Express Limited and 50% shares in Air India SATS (AISATS) by Talace Private Limited.
i. Talace Private Limited is a wholly-acquired subsidiary of Tata Sons.
About Tata Sons Private Ltd:
Executive Chairman- N Chandrasekaran
15. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) acquired a minority stake in JSW Cement Limited for an
investment of INR 100 crore through Compulsory Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS)?
1) Bank of Baroda
2) Federal Bank
4) ICICI Bank
5) Axis Bank
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) acquired a minority stake (less than 50 percent) in JSW Cement Limited
for an investment of INR 100 crore through Compulsory Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS).
i. This amount will support the expansion of JSW Cement from taking its production from the current 14
MTPA (million tonnes per annum) to 25 MTPA.
16. Name the Company that recently (in Dec’21) acquired a 4.93% equity share in Indian Gas
Exchange (IGX) Limited.
2) Indian Oil Corporation
3) Bharat Petroleum
4) Gail India
5) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
Answer- 2) Indian Oil Corporation
Explanation:
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) acquired a 4.93 percent equity share in Indian Gas Exchange
(IGX) Limited.
i. The deal is for the acquisition of 36,93,750 equity shares with the face value of Rs.10 each that could
equate to 4.93 percent of the share capital in IGX Limited.
ii. Indian Oil also announced an investment of Rs.9,028 crore for setting up a crude oil pipeline from
Mundra to Panipat.
About Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL):
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17. In December 2021, CCI approved the acquisition of up to ______ equity share capital of IRB
Infrastructure by Bricklayers Investment Private Limited.
1) 16.94%
2) 18.90%
3) 17.65%
4) 20.98%
5) 19.34%
Answer- 1) 16.94%
Explanation:
CCI has approved the acquisition of up to 16.94% equity share capital of IRB Infrastructure
Developers Limited by Bricklayers Investment Private Limited, controlled by GIC Investor under
Section 31(1) of the Competition Act, 2002.
i. CCI has also approved the acquisition of a controlling stake in Forbes Enviro Solutions Limited (FESL),
a subsidiary of Eureka Forbes Limited by Lunolux Limited(LL) under Section 31(1) of the Competition
Act, 2002.
SPORTS
18. In BWF World championship 2021, _______ from Singapore won Gold Medal in Men’s singles
Category & Akane Yamaguchi from ______ won Gold Medal under Women’s Singles Category
respectively.
1) Akane Yamaguch; Japan
2) Loh Kean Yew; Japan
3) Tai – Tzu Ying; China
4) Lok Kean Yew; Thailand
5) Tai – Tzu Ying; South Korea
Answer- 2) Loh Kean Yew; Japan
Explanation:
In the 2021 Badminton World Federation (BWF) World championship, Loh Kean Yew from Singapore
won Gold Medal under Men’s Singles Category & Akane Yamaguchi from Japan won Gold Medal under
Men’s Singles Category.
Headquarters – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
President – Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
19. Who released the Book, ‘Sahakar Sandarbha’ at the convocation ceremony of Vaikunth Mehta
National Cooperative Management Institute (VAMNICOM) in Pune, Maharashtra?
1) RamNath Kovind
2) Amit Shah
3) RajNath Singh
4) Narendra Modi
5) Venkaiah Naidu
Answer- 2) Amit Shah

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Union Home Minister, Amit Shah released a book titled ‘Sahakar Sandarbha’ at the convocation
ceremony of Vaikunth Mehta National Cooperative Management Institute (VAMNICOM) in Pune,
Maharashtra.
i. The book highlights various sectors of cooperative governance and its need for expansion in the field
of agriculture and rural areas.
STATE NEWS
20. In December 2021, Which State/UT signed a MoU with the University College Birmingham to
provide opportunities for students Education?
1) Jammu & Kashmir
2) Karnataka
3) Uttarakhand
4) Delhi
5) West Bengal
Answer- 1) Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation:
The J&K government signed a MoU with University College Birmingham (UCB) at India Global Forum,
held in Taj Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to achieve skill development of students in a variety of
different subject areas & and to provide opportunities in teaching and research fields.
i. For the first time, UCB has decided to set up an office in Jammu and Kashmir to tie up with local
educational institutions to facilitate academic exchange programmes and enable students to secure
admissions at reduced fees.
21. Which State launched the T-shaped long bridge named ‘T-Setu’, over the Mahanadi river in
December 2021?
1) Jharkhand
2) Odisha
3) West Bengal
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Bihar
Answer- 2) Odisha
Explanation:
Naveen Patnaik, CM of Odisha inaugurated Odisha’s longest bridge, ‘T-Setu’, built over the Mahanadi
river at Gopinathpur, Cuttack District, Odisha.
i. The bridge in the shape of the English alphabet ‘T’ was constructed at a cost of Rs 111 crore.
ii. The 3.4-km-long bridge connecting Gopinathpur in Badamba, Baideswar in Banki to Singhanath
Pitha in Cuttack, will cut the distance between Badamba and Banki Baideshwar by almost 45 km.
CA STATIC GK
22. Which year is set to be celebrated as the International Year of millets by the United Nations?
1) 2022
2) 2024
3) 2025

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4) 2023
5) 2026
Answer- 4) 2023
Explanation:
2023 will be celebrated as the International Year of Millets under the leadership of India
Note- The United Nations (UN) has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets, acting on India''s
proposal
23. Karnataka Gramin Bank is established under the sponsorship of which Bank?
3) Bank of India
5) Canara Bank
Answer- 5) Canara Bank
Explanation:
Karnataka Gramin Bank is a Regional Rural Bank formed in 2019, under the Sub-Section (1) of Section
3 of the RRB Act 1976 (27 of 1976) under the sponsorship of Canara Bank.
24. Which banks amalgamated with Bank of Baroda with effect from April 1, 2019?
1) Vijaya Bank
2) Dena Bank
3) Allahabad Bank
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 1 & 3
Explanation:
Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank were merged with Bank of Baroda with effect from April 1, 2019.
25. Who became the 1st Indian woman to win 2 individual Olympic medals?
1) Karnam Malleswari
2) PV Sindhu
3) Mary Kom
4) Lovlina Borgohain
5) Mirabai Chanu
Answer- 2) PV Sindhu
Explanation:
PV Sindhu won the Bronze at Tokyo 2020 and became the 2nd Indian and the 1st Indian woman to win
2 Olympic medals & she was the 1st Indian to win Silver at the 2016 RIO Olympics.
26. In which year Competition Commission of India (CCI) was established?

1) 2006
2) 2002
3) 2009
4) 2007
5) 2008

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Answer- 3) 2009
Explanation:
About Competition Commission of India (CCI):
i.CCI is a statutory body responsible for enforcing the objectives of the Competition Act, 2002.
ii.CCI was established by the Central Government in March, 2009.
Note- Annual Day of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) was observed on 20th May.
27. Where is Melkote Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) West Bengal
2) Kerala
3) Telangana
4) Karnataka
5) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
The Melkote Temple Wildlife Sanctuary (MTWS) is located in Mandya district of Karnataka and
sanctuary is primarily to house wolves.
28. Which of the following was India's National Year of millets?

1) 2016
2) 2018
3) 2019
4) 2017
5) 2015
Answer- 2) 2018
Explanation:
India observed the year 2018 as the National year of millets to encourage and promote millet
production.
29. Which organization launched the South-South innovation platform along with NITI Aayog in
July 2021?
1) World Bank
2) United Nations Capital Development Fund
3) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
5) United Nations Human Settlement Programme
Answer- 2) United Nations Capital Development Fund
Explanation:
South-South innovation platform was launched by AIM, NITI Aayog in partnership with UNCDF, Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation and Rabo Foundation in July 2021.
i. Aim: To enable the cross-border exchange of innovations, insights and investments.
ii. The platform will enable cross-border collaborations among emerging markets across India,
Indonesia, Malawi, Malaysia, Kenya, Uganda, Zambia.

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30. In 2020, Harekala Hajabba won Padma Shri in which field?
1) Public Affairs
2) Art
3) Social Work
4) Literature and Education
5) Trade and Industry
Answer- 3) Social Work
Explanation:
Harekala Hajabba won Padma Shri in the field of Social work in 2020.
i. In November 2021, The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind presented Padma Award of 2020 &
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1. In December 2021, Which Organization launched a 1st of its kind Vernacular Innovation
Programme (VIP) to empower Indian entrepreneurs & innovators?
1) National Integration Council
2) Small Industries Development Bank of India
4) NITI Aayog
5) National Small Industries Corporation
Explanation:
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under the NITI Aayog has launched the first of its kind Vernacular
Innovation Programme (VIP) to empower the entrepreneurs & innovators across India.
i. AIM will identify & train the Vernacular Task Force (VTF) in each of the 22 scheduled languages to
build the required capacity of the VIP.
ii. AIM, NITI Aayog will collaborate with the Department of Design, IIT Delhi, to coach the VTF in
design thinking and entrepreneurship and the adaptation of these subjects in the 22 languages and
cultures.
2. Name the organization that was recently (in Dec’21) deployed 1st Squadron of the ‘S-400
missile system’ in the Punjab sector?
1) ISRO
2) Indian Air Force
3) HAL
4) Indian Army
5) DRDO
Answer- 2) Indian Air Force
Explanation:
IAF deployed 1st Squadron of the S-400 missile system in the Punjab sector. S-400 is an Air Defence
missile system.
i. It has been developed by Russia’s Almaz Central Marine Design Bureau.
ii. It is considered to be the World’s most capable surface- to air missile defence system.
3. Indian Army will receive a new range of landmines called ‘Nipun, Vibhav, Vishal, Prachand &
Uluk’ to boost China, Pakistan borders. The landmines are developed by which organization?
1) BEL
2) Indian Air Force
3) ISRO
4) DRDO
5) HAL
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The Indian Army set out to induct a new range of landmines viz. Nipun, Vibhav, Vishal, Prachand and
Uluk which will act as the first line of defence against enemy infantry and terrorists trying to infiltrate
into Indian territory especially China & Pakistan Borders.
i. Indian Army will induct 7 lakh indigenously developed ‘Nipun’ anti-personnel mines which is
developed by an DRDO
ii. Vibhav &Vishal, anti-tank mines which have been developed for the Indian Army by DRDO.
4. Which Company launched India’s 1st ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission Health Locker’ (in
Dec’21) to digitally manage all health records?
1) Docprime Technologies
2) Fortis Healthcare
3) Piramal Enterprises
4) Care Health Insurance
5) Aster DM Healthcare
Answer- 1) Docprime Technologies
Explanation:
Gurugram, Haryana based Docprime Technologies Private Limited launched India’s 1st Health Locker
integrated with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) namely ‘Docprime Health Locker’.
It is Free of cost to the user, in which users can create digital Health IDs for themselves & their family
members to manage all their health records electronically & The Locker has received the ABDM Sandbox
approval
Note- Docprime Technologies Private Limited is fully owned by PB Fintech
BANKING AND FINANCE
5. Name the new corporate governance initiative that was launched by the National Stock
Exchange (in Dec’21) to raise the corporate governance standard in India.
1) NSE Governance
2) NSE Elite
3) NSE Corporate
4) NSE Prime
5) NSE Emerge
Answer- 4) NSE Prime
Explanation:
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) launched a new corporate governance initiative named, ‘NSE
Prime’, which the NSE listed companies can adopt voluntarily.
i. NSE Prime is a framework that prescribes higher standards of corporate governance for listed
companies with additional disclosure requirements for providing higher quality of public information &
greater transparency.
ii. An NSE Prime company needs at least 40 percent public shareholding as against 25 percent under
the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) rules.

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6. Which Bank signed a co-lending agreement with U GRO Capital (in Dec’21) to provide MSME
loans worth Rs 1000 crore?
1) Indian Bank
4) Bank of Baroda
5) Bank of India
Explanation:
Central Bank of India signed a co-lending agreement with U GRO Capital, MSME lending fintech
platform. The agreement will provide INR 1000 crore formal credit to underserved MSMEs at
affordable rates across all product categories of U GRO Capital.
i. Under this partnership, it is aimed to disburse up to INR 1000 crore to U GRO Capital’s varied
programmes like Pratham, Sanjeevani, Saathi, GRO MSME and Machinery
ii. Central Bank of India will provide co-lending support through GRO-Xstream platform with the loans
originated by U GRO Capital’s distribution network.
About Central Bank of India:
MD & CEO – MV Rao
7. In December 2021, Which Country committed $100 billion for investment & infrastructure
creation in India?
1) UK
2) UAE
3) Japan
4) France
5) US
Answer- 2) UAE
Explanation:
The Union Minister Commerce and Industry Piyush Vedprakash Goyal chaired an interaction with the
heads of Indian industry & Export Promotion Councils in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
i. During the meeting it was revealed that UAE has committed $100 billion for investment and
infrastructure creation in India.
Note- In FY22 India will achieve a $400 billion export target for the first time.
8. Which Bank reclassified the Oriental Insurance from promoter category to Public Shareholder
category in December 2021?
1) HDFC Bank
2) Federal Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) ICICI Bank
5) YES Bank
Answer- 3) Axis Bank
Explanation:
Axis Bank announced the approval to reclassify The Oriental Insurance Company Ltd (OICL) from
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i. At present, OICL holds a 0.16 per cent stake in Axis Bank.
9. In December 2021, Which Bank was enrolled by RBI as ‘Agency Bank’ to undertake general
banking business of both central & state governments?
1) Bandhan Bank
2) CSB Bank
3) Federal Bank
4) RBL Bank
5) IndusInd Bank
Answer- 2) CSB Bank
Explanation:
RBI announced empanelment of CSB Bank as an ‘Agency Bank’ to undertake general banking business
of central & state governments under the guidelines set by the RBI.
i. As an Agency bank, CSB Bank will work with different state governments and central government
departments for businesses such as tax collections, pension payment, collection of stamp duty, etc.
10. Which Insurance Company won the “Best Governed Company Listed Segment under Large
Category” at the 21st edition of the ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance
2021?
1) Aviva Life
2) HDFC Life
3) IndiaFirst Life
4) Exide Life
5) Bharti AXA Life
Answer- 2) HDFC Life
Explanation:
HDFC Life won the Best Governed Company Listed Segment under Large Category at the 21st
edition of the ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2021.
i. The award was presented by Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah.
ii. The eminent Jury was headed by Justice P.Sathasivam, Former Chief Justice of India.
About HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited (HDFC Life):
CEO & MD – Vibha Padalkar
11. Name the University that recently (in Dec’21) won the ‘Digital Innovation of the Year Award’
at Times Higher Education Asia Awards 2021 for creating free cloud based applications?
1) Jadavpur University
2) Jawaharlal Nehru University
3) University of Allahabad
4) O.P. Jindal Global University
5) Delhi University
Answer- 4)0.P. Jindal Global University

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Explanation:
O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) won the ‘Digital Innovation of the Year Award’ in the prestigious
Times Higher Education (THE) Asia Awards 2021 for creating a free, cloud-based application to help
schools and universities manage data.
Note – Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) bagged the prize for Asia’s ‘Leadership and
Management Team of the Year’ category at THE Asia Awards 2021.
12. India recently (in Dec’21) test-fired the surface-surface guided ballistic missile - ‘Pralay’ from
Odisha that was developed by which organization?
1) DRDO
2) ISRO
3) BEL
4) HAL
5) Indian Army
Answer- 1) DRDO
Explanation:
India successfully test fired short-range, surface to surface-guided ballistic missile ‘Pralay’ from APJ
Abdul Kalam Island, off the coast of Odisha.
Pralay is the solid-fuel, battlefield missile with short range (350-500km) based on Prithvi Defence
Vehicle from the Indian ballistic missile programme which is developed by DRDO.
13. In December 2021, Indian Army got 1st set of indigenously-built Armoured Engineer
Reconnaissance Vehicle (AERV) that was manufactured by which organization?
1) Ordnance Factory Medak
3) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Explanation:
During an event in Pune (Maharashtra), the first batch of indigenously developed next-generation
Armoured Engineer Reconnaissance Vehicles (AERV) has been inducted into the Corps of Engineers of
the Indian Army.
i. The induction ceremony was one in the presence of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Manoj
Mukund Naravane.
ii. It has been designed by DRDO & manufactured by Ordnance Factory Medak (OFMK) in Telangana
and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Pune.
14. Which country recently (In Dec’21) launched a surface-to-surface missile - “Babur Cruise
Missile 1B”?
1) South Korea
2) Indonesia
3) Pakistan
4) India

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5) Israel
Answer- 3) Pakistan
Explanation:
Pakistan successfully test-fired an enhanced range version of its indigenously-built surface-to-surface
Babur cruise missile namely ‘Babur Cruise Missile 1B’ that can strike targets up to 900 kilometers
from 450 km of former missile.
i. The Babur missile is capable of engaging targets at land & sea with high precision.
15. In December 2021, Which University joined the research Project under NASA-ISRO
Collaborative Programme called NISAR?
1) Indian Maritime University
2) Princeton University
3) University of Calcutta
4) Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies
5) International Space University
Answer- 4) Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies
Explanation:
The Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kochi, Kerala, is set to join the research
project backed by the Space Application Centre of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) under
the NASA–ISRO collaborative programme called NISAR.
i. NASA and ISRO are jointly working on developing a space borne NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar
(NISAR), which is to be launched in January 2023.
SPORTS
16. In Men’s Single BWF world rankings (as of 21st Dec), Kidambi Srikanth from India secured
______ rank, while ________ tops the ranking
1) 8th; Anders Antonsen
2) 10th; Viktor Axelsen
3) 8th; Kento Momota
4) 10th; Anders Antonsen
5) 5th; Viktor Axelsen
Answer- 2) 10th; Viktor Axelsen
Explanation:
In Men’s Single BWF world rankings, Kidambi Srikanth from India secured 10th rank while Viktor
Axelsen from Denmark tops the ranking (As of 21 st December 2021).
i. Lakshya Sen, who won the bronze (men’s single) in the 2021 BWF World Championship and B Sai
Praneeth has ranked 17th and 18th respectively.
ii. Sameer Verma & Prannoy Haseena Sunil Kumar (Prannoy H. S.) have ranked 25th and 26th
respectively.

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OBITUARY
17. Pritzker Prize Awardee - Richard Rogers passed away recently (in Dec’21). Richard Rogers
belongs to which Country?
1) Russia
2) United Kingdom
3) South Africa
4) Australia
5) United States
Answer- 2) United Kingdom
Explanation:
Richard Rogers, Pritzker Prize-Winning British-Italian Architect, has passed away in London, The
United Kingdom(UK).
i. He received the Pritzker Prize( Nobel Prize of Architecture) in 2007.
ii. He was the architect of the new World Trade Center (3 World Trade Center) in New York City,
United States, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France and the Millennium Dome in London, UK.
IMPORTANT DAYS
18. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the National Mathematics Day?
A) Every year, National Mathematics Day is observed across India on 22nd December to mark the
birth anniversary of Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.
B) 2021 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize was awarded to Dr Will Sawin of Columbia University.
C) National Mathematics Day was introduced by former PM Manmohan Singh in 2012 to mark the
125th birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Both A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
National Mathematics Day is annually celebrated across India on 22nd December to mark the birth
anniversary of Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.
i. 2021 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize was awarded to Dr Will Sawin of Columbia University.
ii. National Mathematics Day was introduced by former PM Manmohan Singh in 2012 to mark the 125th
birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan.
STATE NEWS
19. Which state government launched the Chalo Mobile App & Smart Card (in Dec’21) for
Convenient Bus Travel?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Punjab
3) Maharashtra
4) West Bengal

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5) Assam
Explanation:
Maharashtra Tourism & Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray launched Chalo mobile app and
Chalo smart cards to facilitate digital and advance purchase of Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and
Transport (BEST) bus tickets.
i. He also launched the NCMC complaint smart card of BEST as well as new fare schemes for the
passengers, one that provided 10 trips at Rs 70 and another called ‘Flexi Fare’.
CA STATIC GK
20. Which of the following years was observed as the ‘National Year of Mathematics’ in India?
1) 2010
2) 2009
3) 2012
4) 2008
5) 2011
Answer- 3) 2012
Explanation:
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has declared the year 2012 as the 'national year of
mathematics' for the country to mark the 125th birth anniversary of the Indian mathematician
Srinivasa Ramanujan.
21. Where is Sahyadri Tiger reserve located?

1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Bihar
3) Maharashtra
4) Tripura
5) Karnataka
Explanation:
About Maharashtra:
Governor – Bhagat Singh Koshyari
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Malvan (marine) Wildlife Sanctuary
Tiger Reserves – Sahyadri tiger reserve, Bor Tiger Reserve, Tadoba-Andhari, Navegaon – Nagzira
22. Who was the first Indian architect to win the Pritzker Prize?
1) Chitra Vishwanath
2) Balkrishna Doshi
3) Raj Rewal
4) Brinda Somaya
5) Rahul Mehrotra
Answer- 2) Balkrishna Doshi
Explanation:
Balkrishna Doshi became the 1st Indian architect to win the Pritzker Prize in 2018.

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23. What is the Hardy-Ramanujan Number which is the smallest number that can be expressed as
the sum of two cubes in two different ways?
1) 1730
2) 1726
3) 1729
4) 1727
5) 1728
Answer- 3) 1729
Explanation:
The Hardy-Ramanujan Number 1729 is the smallest number which can be expressed as the sum of two
different cubes in two different ways. 1729 is the sum of the cubes of 10 and 9 - cube of 10 is 1000 and
cube of 9 is 729; adding the two numbers results in 1729
24. Who is the current chairman of DRDO?

1) Madhavan
2) Siddharth Mishra
3) Satheesh Reddy
4) K. Sivan
5) Anandi Ramalingam
Answer- 3) Satheesh Reddy
Explanation:
About Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO):
Chairman – G. Satheesh Reddy
25. When was Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission launched by the Ministry of Health & Family
Welfare (MoHFW)?
1) 2021
2) 2019
3) 2017
4) 2020
5) 2018
Answer- 4) 2020
Explanation:
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), an initiative of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
(MoHFW) was launched in 2020 to develop an integrated digital health infrastructure, with digital
Health IDs of citizens, standardized health facility and health professionals registries, and to store all of
the user’s health record.
26. National Cyber Crime Report Portal is related to which Ministry?

1) Ministry of Electronics & IT
2) Ministry of Law & Justice
3) Ministry of Science & Technology
5) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Answer- 4) Ministry of Home Affairs

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Explanation:
The Cybercrime reporting portal is an initiative of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
under National Mission for the safety of women to facilitate victims/complainants to report
cybercrime complaints online.
27. Who was appointed as the President of the Indian Newspaper Society?
1) Mohit Jain
2) Shailesh Gupta
3) Adimoolam
4) Somesh Sharma
5) Raja Prasad Reddy
Answer- 1) Mohit Jain
Explanation:
Mohit Jain of the Economics Times is elected as the President of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS).
He has been appointed for the year 2021-22 & Along with him K. Raja Prasad Reddy has been elected
as the Vice President.
28. In which state is Nugu Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) Mizoram
2) Nagaland
3) Karnataka
4) Tripura
5) Assam
Explanation:
About Karnataka:
Governor – Thawar Chand Gehlot
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Melkote Wildlife Sanctuary, Mookambika wildlife sanctuary, Nugu Wildlife
Sanctuary
Airports – Hubballi domestic Airport, Belgaum domestic Airport, Bellary domestic Airport, Mysore
Airport (Mandakalli airport)
29. In December 2021, City Union Bank launched “On-the-Go contactless wearable keychain”
along with NPCI to its debit card customers? When did NPCI launch ‘RuPay’?
1) 2004
2) 2007
3) 2005
4) 2006
5) 2008
Answer- 5) 2008
Explanation:
In 2012, NPCI launched ‘RuPay’ – an Indian Multinational Payment System
MD & CEO – Dilip Asbe

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30. In December 2021, Who was appointed as the Director of the National Crime Records
Bureau?
1) Prashun Gupta
2) Vivek Gogia
3) Sanjay Mathur
4) Ramphal Pawar
5) Vijay Singh
Answer- 2) Vivek Gogia
Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affair appointed Vivek Gogia IPS as the Director of the National Crime Records
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Multiple Development projects
that were made (in Dec’21) by PM Narendra Modi in Varanasi, UP?
A) Laid the Foundation Stone of Banas Dairy Sankul that will be built at a cost of Rs 475 crores at
Karkhiyaon region in UP.
B) Launch of Portal “Moo” & Logo “Gharauni” for Conformity Assessment Scheme of milk
products, developed by the Export Inspection Council with FSSAI.
C) Foundation Stone for a biogas-based electricity generation plant for a Milk Producers
Cooperative Union Plant in Ramnagar, Varanasi.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only A & C
Explanation:
Launch of Portal & Logo which was dedicated to the Conformity Assessment Scheme of milk products,
developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) with National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).
i. PM Narendra Modi inaugurated or laid the foundation stones of 27 development projects worth Rs
2,095 crore in his Varanasi parliamentary constituency of UP.
2. During Multiple Development Initiatives in Varanasi, PM Narendra Modi virtually distributed

‘Gharauni‘, the rural residential rights record under the Swamitva scheme of ________________________.
2) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
4) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
5) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Answer- 4) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
Explanation:
During the Multiple Development projects launched by PM Narendra Modi, Distribution of the rural
residential rights record, ‘Gharauni‘ under the Swamitva scheme of Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj
to over 20 Lakh residents of the state.
Other Initiatives:
i. Inauguration of Inter University Centre for Teachers Education & a teachers’ education centre at the
Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies in Varanasi.
ii. Many other projects inaugurated include health, education,Tourism sectors & to improve the
connectivity in the region etc.

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3. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Cabinet Approvals in December
2021?
A) MSP for FAQ of milling copra was increased to Rs 10,590 per quintal for 2022 from Rs 10,335
per quintal in 2021 by the recommendation of Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices
(CACP).
B) MoU between the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India & the Polish Chamber of
Statutory Auditors to establish mutual cooperation was approved by the Cabinet.
C) Cabinet Approved the MoU between CCI & Competition Commission of Mauritius to promote
and strengthen the cooperation in competition of law & policy.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
MSP for FAQ of milling copra (dried Coconut) was increased to Rs 10,590 per quintal for 2022 from Rs
10,335 per quintal in 2021 by the recommendation of Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices
(CACP).
i. MoU between the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India & the Polish Chamber of Statutory
Auditors to establish mutual cooperation was approved by the Cabinet.
ii. Cabinet Approved the MoU between CCI & Competition Commission of Mauritius to promote and
strengthen the cooperation in competition of law & policy.
4. In December 2021, The security of the Offshore Development Area in Krishna Godavari Basin,
Visakhapatnam was reviewed during _________ Exercise.
1) SIMBEX
2) Malabar
3) Prasthan
4) Varuna
5) AUMX
Answer- 3) Prasthan
Explanation:
The security of the Offshore Development Area in Krishna Godavari Basin on the East Coast of India in
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh was reviewed during exercise Prasthan, conducted in December
2021.
i. The biannual exercise was coordinated and controlled by NOIC (APD) from Joint Operations Centre
(JOC) Visakhapatnam under the aegis of Indian Navy.
5. In December 2021, Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh launched indigenous Multi-terrain

Artillery Gun (MArG 155)– BR that was developed by which company?
1) Larsen & Toubro
2) Indian Ordnance Factories
3) TATA Advanced systems Ltd
4) Bharat Forge Ltd
5) Bharat Electronics Ltd

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Answer- 4) Bharat Forge Ltd
Explanation:
On the lines of Government’s Make-in-India and Atma Nirbhar Bharat Mission, the Union Minister
Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) unveiled indigenously built Multi-terrain Artillery Gun (MArG
155) – BR
ii. The MArG 155– BR is the only 155mm 39 calibre gun system mounted on 4×4 HMV (High Mobility
Vehicle) in the world.
ii. It is developed by Pune, Maharashtra based Indian MNC Bharat Forge Ltd.
About MArG 155– BR Gun:
The weight of a fully kitted gun is 18 ton & it is capable of firing complete NATO (North Atlantic Treaty
Organization) standard and in service ammunition.
6. As per the Global Unicorn Index 2021 report released by the Hurun Research Institute, India
secured ______ rank with 54 Unicorns, while the United States tops the Index with 487 Unicorns.
1) 5th
2) 3rd
3) 2nd
4) 1st
5) 6th
Answer- 2) 3rd
Explanation:
Rank Country No.of Unicorns
1st US 487 (254 unicorns added newly)
2nd China 301 (74 unicorns added newly)
3rd India 54 (33 unicorns added newly)

India ranked third (with a total of 54 unicorns) with Edtech company Byju’s as the most valuable
unicorn in India followed by mobile ad-tech firm InMobi , travel-stay finder OYO Rooms.
Note- In 2020, India ranked at the 4th spot.
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) partnered with MoneyGram to enable International Fund
Transfer?
3) Airtel Payment Bank
4) Jio Payment Bank
5) Fino Payment Bank

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Explanation:
Paytm Payments Bank has partnered with MoneyGram to enable international fund transfer directly
to Paytm Wallet.
i. MoneyGram transactions in India received digitally stands at nearly 50 percent of all transactions
received in the country.
ii. This is MoneyGram’s first mobile wallet partnership in India.
About Paytm Payments Bank:
MD & CEO – Satish Kumar Gupta
8. Which organization signed a Finance Contract with Government of India (in Dec’21) to provide
1st tranche loan of Euro 250 million for Agra Metro Rail Project, UP?
1) African Development Bank
3) European Investment Bank
Answer- 3) European Investment Bank
Explanation:
The Government of India signed an agreement with European Investment Bank (EIB) for a Finance
Contract for the first tranche loan of Euro 250 million for Agra Metro Rail Project, Uttar Pradesh (UP).
i. The Project is working under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) & Uttar Pradesh
Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.
ii. Objective: To provide safe, reliable, affordable and environment friendly and sustainable public Mass
Rapid Transit System (RTS) for Agra.
9. Which Company signed an agreement with KfW Development Bank (in Dec’21) to provide USD
169.5 million loan for Power Sector and Renewable Projects?
2) NTPC Limited
3) Power Finance Corporation
4) Coal India
Answer- 1) Rural Electrification Corporation
Explanation:
REC Ltd (Rural Electrification Corporation Limited) has signed a pact with KfW Development Bank to
avail Official Development Assistance (ODA) term loan worth USD 169.5 million for power sector and
renewable energy projects. The loan is provided under the Indo-German bilateral partnership.
i. The approval was passed by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance.
ii. It will help in projects such as electrical and electromechanical/hydro systems, projects of lift
irrigation, smart city, electrification of railway lines, airports, etc

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10. What is the Tagline of Akasa Air that was crafted by 26FIVE India Lab in December 2021?
1) Your Palace in the Sky
2) Touch the Sky
3) It’s Your Sky
4) Great way to Fly
5) Fly the High
Answer- 3) It’s Your Sky
Explanation:
India’s new Airline, ‘Akasa Air’ launched its logo “The Rising A” & its tagline “It’s Your Sky”, which
highlights the brand’s promise to embrace everyone and to create an inclusive environment for all
Indians.
i. Brand colours: ‘Sunrise Orange’ and ‘Passionate Purple’ reflect the airline’s warm, youthful, and
respectful nature.
ii. The symbol & tagline were crafted by 26FIVE India Lab.
Note- Akasa Air operated by SNV Aviation Private Limited and backed by billionaire Rakesh
Jhunjhunwala
11. In December 2021 Vayana Network & ______was awarded the ‘Most Effective Bank-Fintech
Partnership’ at the IBSi-Global Fintech Innovation Awards 2021.
1) SBI Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) ICICI Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) Federal Bank
Explanation:
Vayana Network and Federal Bank have been awarded the ‘Most Effective Bank-Fintech
Partnership’ under Agile and Adaptable category at the IBSi-Global Fintech Innovation Awards 2021.
i. The award was conferred in recognition of Vayana Network’s partnership with Federal Bank making
Supply Chain Finance at ease.
ii. Federal Bank partnered with Vayana Network to provide an easy on-boarding experience to dealers
through their unique ‘Full Stack’ technology infrastructure.
12. In December 2021, Who was awarded with the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2021
Award?
1) Emma Raducanu
2) Serena Williams
3) Novak Djokovic
4) Roger Federer
5) Naomi Osaka
Answer- 1) Emma Raducanu

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Explanation:
2021 US Open Women’s Singles Champion, Emma Raducanu won the BBC Sports Personality of the
Year 2021 Award.
i. Winning her first major title at the 2021 US Open, Emma Raducanu became the 1st qualifier in the
open era to win a grand slam tennis tournament.
13. Who was appointed as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of IFFCO-TOKIO
General Insurance in December 2021?
1) Tapan Singhel
2) HO Suri
3) Ganesh Velusamy
4) Anamika Roy
5) Anup Rau
Answer- 2) HO Suri
Explanation:
IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance appointed HO Suri as its new managing director & chief executive
officer.
Earlier, Suri was the financial advisor, head, internal audit & legal, at the company and the new position
took effect from October 1.
14. Which Organization launched indigenous messaging application called ASIGMA - Army Secure
IndiGeneous Messaging Application?
1) DRDO
2) Indian Army
3) HAL
4) Indian Navy
5) BEL
Answer- 2) Indian Army
Explanation:
The Indian Army, launched a contemporary messaging application named ‘ASIGMA’ (Army Secure
IndiGeneous Messaging Application).
i. It is a new generation web-based application developed entirely in-house by a team of officers of the
Corps of Signals of the Army.
ii. It works as an alternative to Army Wide Area Network (AWAN) messaging application which has
been in service for the past 15 years.
About Indian Army:
Established- 1895
Chief of the Army Staff– Manoj Mukund Naravane

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SPORTS
15. In Men’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Trophy 2021, India won the ____ medal, while ____
won the Gold medal.
1) Silver; South Korea
2) Bronze; Japan
3) Silver; Pakistan
4) Bronze; South Korea
5) Silver; Japan
Answer- 4) Bronze; South Korea
Explanation:
Indian Men’s Hockey team won a bronze medal in the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey
tournament 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh after defeating Pakistan.Tournament Held at – Mawlana
Bhashani Hockey Stadium, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
i. Harmanpreet Singh was adjudged as the Player of the Match, where India defeated Pakistan in 4-3
game, to win Bronze.
ii. The Men’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Trophy 2021 was won by South Korea and silver for
Japan.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
16. Who released the book, “Spices Statistics at a Glance 2021”?

1) Sarbananda Sonowal
2) Narendra Singh Tomar
3) Mansukh L. Mandaviya
4) Amit Shah
5) Narendra Modi
Answer- 2) Narendra Singh Tomar
Explanation:
Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the book titled
“Spices Statistics at a Glance 2021”.
The book was published by the Directorate of Arecanut and Spices Development (DASD), Under the
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoAFW).
The book highlights the growth achieved in the spices sector in the past 7 years (2014-15 to 2020-21).
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. Which of the following points are correct with the National Farmers Day?
A) The National Farmers Day or Kisan Diwas is observed across India on 23rd December 2021.
B) This Day is celebrated on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Father of Agriculture M. S.
Swaminathan.
C) The first National Farmers’ Day was observed on 23rd December 2001.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B

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5) Only A & C
Explanation:
The National Farmers Day or Kisan Diwas is observed across India on 23rd december 2021.
i. This Day is celebrated on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Former Prime Minister Chaudhary
Charan Singh.
ii. The first National Farmers’ Day was observed on 23rd December 2001.
STATE NEWS
18. In December 2021, Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of
which High Court?
1) Gujarat
2) Uttarakhand
3) Telangana
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Punjab
Explanation:
In the exercise of the power conferred by Article 223 of the Constitution of India 1949, the President of
India has appointed Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra has been appointed as the Acting Chief Justice(CJ)
of the Uttarakhand HC with effect from 24th December 2021.
i. He was appointed following the retirement of Justice Raghvendra Singh Chauhan, CJ of Uttarakhand
HC.
CA STATIC GK
19. MCLR is the minimum lending rate below which a bank is not permitted to lend. What is R
Stands for?
1) Lending
2) Linking
3) Liquidity
4) Loan
5) Listed
Answer- 1) Lending
Explanation:
Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) is the minimum lending rate below which a bank
is not permitted to lend.
i. MCLR replaced the earlier base rate system to determine the lending rates for commercial banks.
ii. RBI implemented MCLR on 1 April 2016 to determine rates of interest for loans.
20. What is the Maturity Period of Certificate of Deposit (CD) is between 7days to _______.
1) 2 years
2) 1 years
3) 8 Months
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5) 4 months
Answer- 2) 1 years
Explanation:
Certificate of Deposit (CD) refers to a money market instrument issued by All scheduled commercial
banks excluding Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and Local Area Banks (LABs)& select All India Financial
Institutions permitted by RBI.
i. These can be issued to individuals, cooperatives and companies.
ii. Their maturity period is between 7 Days to 1 year & minimum amount for Certificate of Deposit has
been fixed at Rs. 1 Lakh, to be accepted from a single subscriber Larger amounts have to be in the
multiples of Rs. 1 Lakh.
21. What is the minimum denomination of commercial paper?

1) 10 Lakhs
2) 6 Lakhs
3) 8 Lakhs
4) 4 Lakhs
5) 5 lakhs
Answer- 5) 5 lakhs
Explanation:
Commercial paper is a short-term debt instrument issued by companies to raise funds generally for a
time period up to one year. It is an unsecured money market instrument issued in the form of a
promissory note and was introduced in India in 1990.
i. They can be issued in denominations of Rs 5 lakhs or multiples thereof.
ii. CPs have a minimum maturity of seven days and a maximum of up to one year from the date of
issue.
22. In which year Minimum Support Price was introduced in India?

1) 2005
2) 1950
3) 2000
4) 1966
5) 1980
Answer- 4) 1966
Explanation:
The concept of Minimum Support Price was first introduced for wheat in 1966-67.
23. Which of the following is India's 1st Bank to have zero balance & zero digital transaction
charge accounts?
2) Indian Post Payments Bank

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Paytm Payments Bank is India’s 1st bank to have zero balance & zero digital transaction charge
accounts.
24. Who is the caption of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team?

1) Bharat Chettri
2) P. R. Sreejesh
3) Manpreet Singh
4) Dilip Tirkey
5) Harmanpreet Singh
Answer- 3) Manpreet Singh
Explanation:
Manpreet Singh Pawar is an Indian field hockey player and the captain of India men's national field
hockey team since May 2017.
25. Which among the following is a Rabi crop?

1) Ragi
2) maize
3) Rice
4) Cotton
5) Barley
Answer- 5) Barley
Explanation:
Rabi crops include crops like barley, wheat, gram, safflower, lentils including masoor etc.
• Ragi, Maize, Rice & Cotton are Kharif Crops.
26. Which country is the world’s largest producer of Spices?

1) Pakistan
2) Sri Lanka
3) India
4) Bangladesh
5) UAE
Answer- 3) India
Explanation:
India is the world's largest producer, consumer and exporter of spices.
i. The country produces about 75 of the 109 varieties listed by the International Organization for
Standardization (ISO)
27. Where is Eklavya Sports Stadium located?

1) Jharkhand
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Punjab
4) Rajasthan
5) Gujarat

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About Uttar Pradesh(UP):
Governor – Anandiben Patel
Festival – Lath Mar Holi, Janmashtami, Taj Mahotsava
Stadium – Eklavya Sports Stadium, Late Mohan Choubey Pahalvan Sports Stadium
28. Where is the headquarters of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) located?
1) Berlin, Germany
2) London, UK
3) Paris, France
4) Rome, Italy
Answer- 5) Geneva, Switzerland
Explanation:
About International Telecommunication Union (ITU):
Secretary General – Houlin Zhao
Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland
29. Where is the traditional festival “Bohag Bihu” annually celebrated?

1) Gujarat
2) Maharashtra
3) Telangana
4) Assam
5) Jammu & Kashmir
Answer- 4) Assam
Explanation:
“Bohag Bihu” is a traditional festival celebrated annually across the north-eastern state of Assam. It is
popularly known as the Assamese New Year.
30. The UN World Tourism Organization was founded in ________ with headquarters at ______________.
1) 1975; Geneva, Switzerland
2) 1949; New York, USA
3) 1949; Madrid, Spain
4) 1949; Geneva, Switzerland
5) 1975; Madrid, Spain
Answer- 5) 1975; Madrid, Spain
Explanation:
About UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO):
Headquarters – Madrid, Spain
Secretary-General – Zurab Pololikashvili
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Different Projects that were
launched by Minister of Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda in December 2021?
A) Launched TRIFED Van Dhan: A Chronicle of Tribal Grit & Enterprise, a document on the
outcomes of Van Dhan Vikas Yojana.
B) The MIS Portal for ‘MSP for Minor Forest Produce’ (MFP) & 9 Promotion Videos on Tribes
India were launched.
C) Announced creation of 14 Honey Farmer Producer Organizations, with TRIFED as the
Implementing Agency.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only c
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
i. Launched TRIFED Van Dhan: A Chronicle of Tribal Grit & Enterprise, a document on the outcomes of
Van Dhan Vikas Yojana.
ii. The MIS Portal for ‘MSP for Minor Forest Produce (MFP) & 9 Promotion Videos on Tribes India
was launched.
iii. Announced creation of 14 Honey Farmer Producer Organizations, with TRIFED as the Implementing
Agency.
iv. Arjun Munda has also released a report titled, ‘Tribal Livelihoods: From Sustenance to
Sustainability’, which highlights the creative capabilities of tribal groups & their interconnectedness
with the surrounding environment.
2. Which Organization signed a MoU with TRIFED (in Dec’21) to launch the ‘Tribal Samvaad
network’, a network of Social and Behavior Change for Tribes?
1) UNHCR
2) UNEP
3) UNESCO
4) UNICEF
5) UNDP
Answer- 4) UNICEF
Explanation:
UNICEF & TRIFED have signed a MoU to launch ‘Tribal Samvaad network’ – Tribal network for Social
and Behavior Change (A people-to-people ‘prosperity’ platform built on the emergent digital, social,
alternate and mobile revolution).
i. The network includes more than 90 million tribals, 52,976 Van Dhan SHGs (Self Help Groups) among
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3. In December 2021, Which Country signed an MoU with India to launch the Pilot Project On
‘Pre-arrival Customs Data Exchange’ to enhance bilateral trade?
1) Bangladesh
2) Maldives
3) Sri Lanka
4) Indonesia
5) South Africa
Answer- 2) Maldives
Explanation:
India & Maldives signed a MoU between the customs of two countries for the joint launch of a pilot
project on ‘pre-arrival customs data exchange’ in a virtual ceremony.
i. This MoU helps in faster Export-Import (EXIM) clearances, fast-track customs payments
4. Under DAY-NRLM Scheme PM Narendra Modi recently (in Dec’21) transferred Rs 1000 crore
into the bank accounts of which group in Uttar Pradesh?
1) Women Self Help Groups
2) Tribal Groups
3) Farmer Producer Organizations
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 1) Women Self Help Groups
Explanation:
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister(PM) of India transferred Rs 1000 crore into the bank accounts of the
women Self Help Groups (SHGs) in UP.
i. The amount was transferred under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihood
Mission (DAY-NRLM).
ii. 80000 SHGs received a Community Investment Fund (CIF) of Rs 1.10 lakh per SHG and 60000 SHGs
received a Revolving Fund of Rs 15000 per SHG.
5. As per the “2019 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs)” Report , _____ Tops the list with 167
ADRVs while India secured ______ rank with 152 ADRVs.
1) Russia; 3rd
2) Italy; 5th
3) Russia; 4th
4) Brazil; 5th
5) Italy; 3rd
Answer- 1) Russia; 3rd
Explanation:
As per the “2019 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs)” Report , Russia Tops the list with 167 ADRVs
while India secured 3rd rank among dope violators in the world with 152 (17 % of the world total)
ADRVs.
i. The report was published by World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) & the report was compiled based on
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6. In December 2021, RBI extended the card-on-file (CoF) tokenization deadline upto _________,
while ‘Tokenization’ was issued based on the directives of RBI’s Payment and Settlement Systems
Act, _______.
1) 1st April 2022; 2007
2) 31st March 2022; 2005
3) 30th June 2022; 2007
4) 1st May 2022; 2005
5) 30th July 2022; 2008
Answer- 3) June 2022; 2007
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) extended the card-on-file (CoF) tokenization deadline by 6 months i.e.
to June 30, 2022.
i. Cause for extending the deadline: Industry bodies including Merchant Payments Alliance of India
(MPAI) and the Alliance of Digital India Foundation (ADIF) had sent representations to the RBI seeking
an extension of the deadline.
ii. Tokenization was issued based on the directives of RBI’s Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
Note- Earlier the deadline was fixed till December 31, 2021.
7. Name the Indian Organization that was recently (in Dec’21) signed Enhanced Multilateral
Memorandum of Understanding (EMMoU) of the International Organization of Securities
Commissions (IOSCO)?
1) NABARD
2) SIDBI
3) RBI
4) SEBI
5) EXIM Bank
Answer- 4) SEBI
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has signed the Enhanced Multilateral Memorandum
of Understanding (EMMoU) of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) to
have a suitable cooperation arrangement
Headquarter – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Chairman – Ajay Tyagi
8. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the restructuring of the advisory
committees by SEBI in December 2021?
A) SEBI rearranged the Secondary Market Advisory Committee (SMAC) with Zerodha’s co-
founder & CEO Nithin Kamath as a new inductees to the 17 Member panel.
B)SEBI Inducted Saurabh Jain, Aditya Agarwal & Aarati Krishnan as New members of the 24
Member Mutual Fund Advisory Committee.
C) Information Systems Security Committee (ISSC) & Corporate Bonds Securitization Advisory
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1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
SEBI rearranged the Secondary Market Advisory Committee (SMAC) with Zerodha’s co-founder &
CEO Nithin Kamath as newly inductees in the 17 Member panel.
i. In the Mutual Fund Committee, SEBI Inducted Saurabh Jain, Aditya Agarwal & Aarati Krishnan as
New members in the 24 Members.
ii. Information Systems Security Committee (ISSC) & Corporate Bonds Securitization Advisory
Committee (CoBoSAC) headed by H Krishnamurthy & G Mahalingam respectively.
9. In December 2021, India signed agreements with KfW Development bank for 140 million Euro
loan & 2 million Euro grant for an energy reform programme in which state?
1) Maharashtra
2) Andhra Pradesh
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) West Bengal
5) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Government of India signed agreements with the German based KfW Development bank for a 140
million Euro reduced interest loan & 2 million Euro grant for an energy reform programme in Madhya
Pradesh (MP).
About KfW Development bank:
CEO- Stefan Wintels
Headquarters- Frankfurt, Germany
10. In December 2021, Which Company launched co-branded credit cards for navy personnel
along with the Indian Navy?
1) Fedbank Financial Services
2) HDFC Financial Services
3) BOB Financial Solutions
4) Geojit Financial Services
5) AS Finance Solutions
Answer- 3) BOB Financial Solutions
Explanation:
BOB Financial Solutions Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bank of Baroda, and the Indian Navy have
launched a co-branded credit card for navy personnel.
i. Eligibility: A navy personnel up to the age of 64 years will be eligible to choose from 3 variants of the
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About BOB Financial Solutions Ltd:
MD & CEO – Shailendra Singh
11. In December 2021, Who was appointed as India's ‘Chef de Mission’ for Winter Olympics 2022
by the Indian Olympic Association?
1) Narinder Dhruv Batra
2) Harjinder Singh
3) Narayana Ramachandran
4) Abhay Singh Chautala
5) Sandip Pradhan
Answer- 2) Harjinder Singh
Explanation:
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) appointed Harjinder Singh as the ‘Chef de Mission’ of the
Indian contingent for the upcoming Winter Olympics 2022 that will be held from 4-20th February in
Beijing, China.
i. Harjinder Singh, currently serves as the General Secretary of Indian Ice Hockey Association.
About Indian Olympic Association (IOA):
President – Narinder Dhruv Batra
12. Which company signed an agreement with L&T Finance Holdings Ltd to acquire 100% equity
shares of L&T Investment Management Ltd for 3,191 crore?
1) Muthoot Finance
2) Sundaram Finance
3) HSBC Asset Management
4) PNB Housing
5) Shriram Housing Finance
Answer- 3) HSBC Asset Management
Explanation:
L&T Finance Holdings Ltd has entered into an agreement with HSBC Asset Management (India)
Private Ltd (HSBC AMC) to acquire 100% equity shares of L&T Investment Management Ltd (LTIM)
for ₹3,191 crore.
13. Which organization recently (in Dec’21) conducted the Flight-Test of Indigenous High-speed
Expendable Aerial Target called ‘Abhyas’?
1) Indian Navy
2) DRDO
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4) Indian Army
5) HAL
Answer- 2) DRDO
Explanation:
DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of indigenously developed High-speed Expendable Aerial
Target (HEAT) called Abhyas, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha.
Developed by – Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), DRDO laboratory along with other
laboratories.
i. The aircraft is controlled by a ground-based controller and an indigenously developed Micro-
Electromechanical System (MEMS) based Inertial Navigation System
14. Name the Indian Navy Ship (INS) that was decommissioned after 32 years of service at
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh in December 2021.
1) INS Vijaydurg
2) INS Khukri
3) INS Viraat
4) INS Surat
5) INS Vikrant
Answer- 2) INS Khukri
Explanation:
INS Khukri (Pennant number 49), the first indigenously built Missile Corvette, was decommissioned
after 32 years of service at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The warship was built by the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MSD) & Commissioned on 23rd August 1989
and had been part of both the Western and Eastern Fleets.
SPORTS
15. Indian Off- spinner ‘Harbhajan Singh’ announced Retirement from All Forms of Cricket. He is
_________ highest wicket taker for India in Test cricket.
1) 6th
2) 4th
3) 2nd
4) 3rd
5) 5th
Answer- 2) 4th
Explanation:
The senior Indian off-spinner, Harbhajan Singh announced retirement from all forms of cricket.
i. Harbhajan Singh is an Indian cricketer from Jalandhar, Punjab who took 417 wickets in 103 Tests and
is the 4th highest wicket taker for India in Test cricket.
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16. National Awardee KS Sethumadhavan passed away recently (in Dec’21). What was his
profession?
1) Author
2) Director
3) Musician
4) Actor
5) Singer
Answer- 2) Director
Explanation:
The legendary Malayalam Director KS Sethumadhavan passed away at the age of 90 years in Chennai,
Tamil Nadu.
He directed over 60 movies in five languages including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi during his career.
Award:
J C Daniel Award, the highest film Award by the Kerala government in 2009 & he has won 10 National
Film Awards, 9 Kerala State Awards among others.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who released the book, “The Turnover Wizard – Saviour Of Thousands”, which is an
autobiography of Arup Roy Choudhury?
1) Amit Shah
2) Venkaiah Naidu
3) Raj Kumar Singh
4) Narendra Modi
5) Ram Nath Kovind
Answer- 2) Venkaiah Naidu
Explanation:
M Venkaiah Naidu, Vice-President of India, released the book titled “The Turnover Wizard – Saviour
Of Thousands”, an autobiography of Arup Roy Choudhury, the former Chairman and Managing
Director of NTPC Limited and NBCC (India) Limited.
IMPORTANT DAYS
18. What is the theme of 5th ‘Siddha day’ that was observed across India on 23rd December
2021?
1) Siddha for Poshan
2) Prevention & Management of Life-style disorders
3) Strength of Siddha in Communicable Diseases
4) Siddha for Covid 19
5) Stress management in Siddha Medicine
Answer- 3) Strength of Siddha in Communicable Diseases
Explanation:
The 5th Siddha day is observed across India on 23rd December 2021 to create awareness about the
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i. The day is annually organized by the Ministry of AYUSH on the eve of the birthday of Siddhar
Agathiyar, which falls during the Ayilyam star in the Tamil month of Margazhi.
ii. The first-ever National Siddha Day was observed on 4th January 2018.
19. Every year National Consumer Day is observed across India on __________.
1) 21st December
2) 24th December
3) 22nd December
4) 25th December
5) 23rd December
Explanation:
Bharatiya Grahak Diwas or National Consumer Day is annually observed across India on 24th
December to create awareness about consumer rights and responsibilities.
The day also commemorates the enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, which received
assent from the President of India on 24th December 1986.
The National Consumer Day is also known as National Consumer Rights Day.
The theme of National Consumer Day 2021 is “Consumer – Know your Rights”.
STATE NEWS
20. Which State government launched the “CM Dashboard 360” a monitoring system (in Dec’21)
to track all welfare schemes?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) West Bengal
3) Kerala
4) Karnataka
5) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
The Tamil Nadu government launched the Chief Minister (CM) Dashboard monitoring system, “CM
Dashboard Tamil Nadu 360” in Chennai.
i. It will enable CM to track all welfare schemes, including the status of their implementation, fund
allocation and the number of beneficiaries along with updates on the storage of water in dams and
rainfall patterns.
About Tamil Nadu:
Governor – R. N. Ravi
Bird Sanctuaries – Kanjirankulam Birds Sanctuary, Chitrangudi Birds Sanctuary, Koonthankulam-
Koonthankulam Birds Sanctuary
Festivals – Puthandu(Tamil New Year), Chithirai Thiruvizha, Karthigai Deepam

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21. Jingkieng Jri got UNESCO World Heritage Site tag in December 2021. In which state is
Jingkieng Jri located?
1) Nagaland
2) Mizoram
3) Tripura
4) Meghalaya
5) Assam
Answer- 4) Meghalaya
Explanation:
Jingkieng Jri, also known as Living Root Bridge is located in Meghalaya.
Jingkieng Jri are bridges, created by human beings. These aerial bridges are created by weaving and
manipulating the roots of the Indian Rubber tree.
i. Although the Living Root bridge takes around 10 to 15 years to take its shape, it can last up to 500
years.
22. What is the accidental Insurance cover under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana?
1) 2 Lakhs
2) 4 Lakhs
3) 1 Lakh
4) 5 Lakhs
5) 3 Lakhs
Answer- 3) 1 Lakh
Explanation:
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is India’s National Mission for financial Inclusion to ensure
access to financial services. It is run by the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance.
i. The accidental Insurance cover under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is 1 Lakh.
23. Every Year World Consumer Rights Day is observed across the globe on __________.
1) 21st October
2) 3rd January
3) 15th March
4) 28th February
5) 21th July
Answer- 3) 15th March
Explanation:
World Consumer Rights Day is annually observed across the world on 15th March to create awareness
about the power of consumers and their rights.
i. The day is coordinated by Consumers International. The theme of World Consumer Rights Day 2021 is
“Tackling Plastic Pollution”.
24. When was the 1st Edition of the Winter Games held in Chamonix, France?
1) 1934
2) 1955
3) 1924

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4) 1930
5) 1950
Answer- 3) 1924
Explanation:
The first edition of the Winter Games was held in 1924 at Chamonix, France.
25. Bandhavgarh National Park is located in which state?

1) Jharkhand
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Maharashtra
5) Kerala
Explanation:
Bandhavgarh National Park, also called ‘Land of the Tigers’ has the highest density of Royal Bengal
Tigers in India & Bandhavgarh National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh.
26. Who is the Union Minister of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and
Homeopathy (as of Dec’21)?
2) Mansukh L. Mandaviya
3) Hardeep Singh Puri
4) Bhupender Yadav
5) Sarbananda Sonowal
Answer- 5) Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation:
Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homeopathy(AYUSH):
Union Minister– Sarbananda Sonowal (Rajya Sabha- Assam)
Minister of State– Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai Kalubhai(Constituency- Surendranagar, Gujarat)
27. Who is the Current (as of Dec’21) chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)?
1) Shaktikanta Das
2) Nithin Kamath
3) Madhabi Puri Buch
4) Ajay Tyagi
5) H Krishnamurthy
Answer- 4) Ajay Tyagi
Explanation:
Headquarter – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Chairman – Ajay Tyagi
28. Who is the first Indian bowler to take a hat-trick in test Cricket?
1) Ravichandran Ashwin
2) B. S. Chandrasekhar

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3) Harbhajan Singh
4) Javagal Srinath
5) Kapil Dev
Answer- 3) Harbhajan Singh
Explanation:
Harbhajan Singh was the 1st Indian Cricketer to take Hat-trick wickets in Test Match on 11 March 2001
in Kolkata.
29. In which year BIS was established under the BIS Act?
1) 2005
2) 2012
3) 2016
4) 2019
5) 2017
Answer- 3) 2016
Explanation:
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act
2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality
certification of goods and other related matters.
30. Where is the Headquarters of the Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited
(BRBNMPL)?
1) Hyderabad
2) Visakhapatnam
3) Chennai
4) Bengaluru
5) Aluva
Answer- 4) Bengaluru
Explanation:
Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited (BRBNMPL) is a specialized division of the
Reserve Bank of India which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of
India. It mints Indian bank notes and coins. It was established in 1995 & the Headquarters is
Bengaluru, Karnataka.

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1. In December 2021, the Central Government has appointed ______ sub-committees to lower crop
Insurance premiums under ________________.
1) 2; Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana
2) 4; Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana
3) 2; Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
4) 4; Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana
5) 3; Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
Answer- 3) 2; Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
Explanation:
The Central government has appointed 2 sub-committees to lower crop insurance premiums under the
flagship scheme Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
i. 1st Committee is a ten-member committee under scientist KR Manjunath of ISRO to explore the
feasibility of adoption of various technology-based approaches
ii. The 2nd committee is headed by joint secretary in the Ministry of Finance Saurabh Mishra to
conduct cost benefit analysis of all accepted models & any profit-loss sharing model & it also provides
financial projections for next 5 years.
2. In which city of Uttar Pradesh did the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways recently (in
Dec’21) launched the 1st Intelligent Transport System (ITS) on the 6-lane Eastern Peripheral
Expressway?
1) Kanpur
2) Ghaziabad
3) Meerut
4) Noida
5) Gorakhpur
Answer- 2) Ghaziabad
Explanation:
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) launched the 1st Intelligent Transport System
(ITS) on the 6-lane Eastern Peripheral Expressway at Dasna, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
i. The Union Minister also laid the foundation stone of National Highway projects of 240 km worth Rs
9,119 crore in Meerut and Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh.
About Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH):
Union Minister – Nitin Jairam Gadkari (Constituency – Nagpur, Maharashtra)
Minister of State – Vijay Kumar Singh (Constituency – Ghaziabad, Uttarpradesh)

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3. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the “Coal 2021 Analysis & forecast to
2024” report that was released in December 2021?
A) Global coal demand is expected to grow by 6% in 2021 to 7,906 million tonnes and generation
9% to 10,350 terawatt-hours.
B) CO2 emissions from coal in 2024 are expected to be 3 gigatonnes higher than in the Net Zero
Emissions by 2050 Scenario.
C) The report was released by the International Energy Agency.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
i. Global coal demand is expected to grow by 6% in 2021 to 7,906 million tonnes and generation 9%
to 10,350 terawatt-hours.
ii. CO2 emissions from coal in 2024 are expected to be 3 gigatonnes higher than in the Net Zero
Emissions by 2050 Scenario.
ii. The report was released by the International Energy Agency (IEA).
BANKING AND FINANCE
4. Which Organization signed an MoU with the Government of West Bengal (in Dec’21) to develop
the MSME Ecosystem in the state?
1) SIDBI
2) RBI
3) NABARD
4) SEBI
5) EXIM Bank
Answer- 1) SIDBI
Explanation:
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) signed a MoU with the government of West
Bengal to develop the MSME ecosystem in the state.
About SIDBI:
Chairman & MD – Sivasubramanian Ramann
Establishment – April 1990
Headquarters – Lucknow, Uttarpradesh
5. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) entered into the 4th co-lending arrangement with
Lendingkart to improve the flow of credit to the unserved & underserved sector of the economy?
4) Bank of India

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5) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has entered into the 4th co-lending arrangement with Lendingkart Finance
Limited (Lendingkart) to improve the credit flow to the unserved and underserved sector of the
economy.
i. The partnership under this co-lending arrangement will result in significant disbursement under
Priority Sector Lending.
About Punjab National Bank(PNB):
Headquarters- New Delhi, Delhi
6. Which of the following was recently (in Dec’21) declared as an Essential Commodity till 30th
June 2022 by the Central Government?
1) Cottonseed meal
2) Soya Meal
3) Corn
4) Bran
5) Palm oil
Answer- 2) Soya Meal
Explanation:
The Central Government has notified the order under the Essential Commodities Act to declare ‘Soya
Meal’ as an Essential Commodities up to 30th June 2022 by amending the Schedule of the Essential
Commodities Act, 1955, to cool down the domestic prices of Soya Meal.
i. The Centre has also imposed stock holding limits on soya meal, which is used as a raw material in the
poultry feed industry, till June 30, 2022, to curb hoarding and control price rise.
7. In December 2021, Which Bank won the CII Digital Transformation Award 2021 under the
category ‘Most Innovative Best Practice’?
1) Federal Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) YES Bank
4) ICICI Bank
5) Axis Bank
Answer- 2) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
HDFC Bank has been selected under ‘Most Innovative Best Practice’ at the coveted Confederation of
Indian Industry (CII) Digital Transformation Award 2021 or CII DX Award 2021.
i. It will be recognized for the HDFC’s efforts in world class financial inclusion in Village Level Executive
(VLE) centres along with Government of India’s Common Service Centres (CSC).

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About Confederation of Indian Industry (CII):
President- Mr. T V Narendran
Director General – Mr. Chandrajit Banerjee
Headquarters – New Delhi
SPORTS
8. In December 2021, Which Organization was restored by the World Anti-Doping Agency to
conduct anti-doping tests with International standards?
1) United States Drug Testing Laboratories
2) National Dope Testing Laboratory
3) Japan Anti-Doping Agency
4) Beijing Anti-Dumping Laboratory
5) Russian Anti-Doping Laboratory
Answer- 2) National Dope Testing Laboratory
Explanation:
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) restored the accreditation of India’s National Dope Testing
Laboratory (NDTL) in accordance with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL), which had
been suspended since August 2019.
Note- The National Dope Testing Laboratory, New Delhi is functioning under the Ministry of Youth
Affairs and Sports.
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA):
Formation: November 10, 1999
Headquarter: Montreal, Canada
President: Witold Banka
9. Name the Indian skier who recently (in Dec’21) won a Bronze medal at the FIS Alpine Skiing
Competition 2021 held at Montenegro.
1) Neha Ahuja
2) Shailaja Kumar
3) Hira Lal
4) Aanchal Thakur
5) Alessia Dipol
Answer- 4) Aanchal Thakur
Explanation:
Ace Indian skier Aanchal Thakur has won a Bronze medal at the FIS Alpine Skiing Competition in
Montenegro.
i. Aanchal has become the first Indian Ski athlete to win two medals at international level.
About FIS Alpine World Ski Championships:
i. The FIS Alpine World Ski Championships is an alpine skiing competition held biennially organized by
the International Ski Federation (FIS).
ii. The championship was inaugurated in 1931

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10. Name the billiards player who recently (in Dec’21) won his 7th National Billiards Title during
88th National Billiards and Snooker Championships 2021?
1) Babar Masih
2) Pankaj Advani
3) Aditya Mehta
4) Dhruv Sitwala
5) Geet Sethi
Answer- 2) Pankaj Advani
Explanation:
Pankaj Advani won the National Billiards and Snooker Championships 2021 by defeating Dhruv
Sitwala in a 5-2 game final that was held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (MP). The National Billiards Title
2021 is his 11th Title.
i. The 88th National Billiards and Snooker Championships 2021, held at Bhopal, MP. It was organized by
the Billiards and Snooker Federation of India (BSFI).
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
11. Who Authored the Book, “The Modi Gambit: Decoding Modi 2.0”?
1) Andy Marino
2) Sanju Verma
3) R. Balashankar
4) Aakar Patel
5) Shashi Tharoor
Answer- 2) Sanju Verma
Explanation:
Sanju Verma has authored a new book titled “The Modi Gambit: Decoding Modi 2.0”.
i. The book features the various achievements in the last 2 years of Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi’s
2nd term as PM of India.
ii. The foreword of the book is written by Padma Shri Mohandas Pai and the Afterword is written by ace
journalist Anand Narasimhan, Managing Editor at CNN News 18.
IMPORTANT DAYS
12. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Good Governance Day?
A) Every year Good Governance Day is observed across India on 25th December to mark the
birth anniversary of Former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri.
B) The 1st observance of Good Governance Day was made on 25th December 2014, while 2021
marks 8th Good Governance Day.
C) Lal Bahadur Shastri was the 1st PM since Indira Gandhi to have become the PM of India with 2
successive mandates.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only B

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Explanation:
i. Every year Good Governance Day is observed across India on 25th December to mark the birth
anniversary of Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
ii. The 1st observance of Good Governance Day was made on 25th December 2014 ,while 2021 marks
8th Good Governance Day.
iii. Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the 1st PM since Jawaharlal Nehru to have become the PM of India with 2
successive mandates.
Note- Good Governance Week was celebrated from 20th to 25th December 2021 with the theme of
“Prashasan Gaon Ki Aur”
13. Judge Advocate General Department celebrated its 38th Corps Day on _________ 2021.
1) 24th December
2) 25th December
3) 22nd December
4) 21st December
5) 23nd December
Answer- 4) 21st December
Explanation:
The Judge Advocate General (JAG) or JAG Department celebrated its 38th Corps Day on 21st December
2021.
i. JAG Corps Day is annually celebrated on 21st December to mark the day on which the Bill for Army Act
was introduced in the Parliament (21st December 1949).
STATE NEWS
14. Which State recently (in Dec’21) signed a MoU with HOP Electric Mobility to Set Electric
Vehicle Manufacturing Unit?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Kerala
3) Rajasthan
4) Punjab
5) Maharashtra
Explanation:
HOP Electric Mobility signed an MoU with the Rajasthan Government to set up an EV Manufacturing
plant in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
i. The deal to set up a production unit in Jaipur was signed at Rajasthan Pavilion in November 2021
during the Dubai Expo 2021 and is expected to build a unit that can produce approximately 1.8 lakh
vehicles per annum.
CA STATIC GK
15. Which of the following is the world’s largest consumer, producer and Importer of coal?
1) Russia
2) China
3) India

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4) Japan
5) USA
Answer- 2) China
Explanation:
China is the world’s largest consumer, producer and Importer of coal followed by India being the 2nd
largest producer, consumer and importer.
16. Where is the Headquarters of the International Energy Agency (IEA)?

2) Montreal, Canada
3) Paris, France
4) Vienna, Austria
5) Rome, Italy
Answer- 3) Paris, France
Explanation:
About International Energy Agency (IEA):
Headquarters – Paris, France
Executive Director – Fatih Birol
17. Which of the following is an unsecured loan?

1) Agricultural Loan
2) Housing Loan
3) Personal Loan
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 3) Personal Loan
Explanation:
Unsecured loans include personal loans, student loans, and most credit cards —all of which can be
revolving or term loans.
18. What is the share of sponsor banks in the regional rural banks?
1) 15%
2) 35%
3) 20%
4) 50%
5) 25%
Answer- 2) 35%
Explanation:
National Bank for Agriculture & Rural Development (NABARD) is an apex Development Bank by the
Government of India. In RRBs, 15% share is held by the State Government, 50% by the Central
Government, and 35% by the Sponsor Bank.
19. What is the Tagline of Punjab National Bank?

1) Support All the Way
2) Honours Your Trust

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Explanation:
About Punjab National Bank(PNB):
Tagline– The Name You Can Bank Upon
20. BBPS stands for _______

1) Broad Band Payment System
2) Budgeting & Business Planning Security
3) Bharat Bill Payment System
4) Broad Band Plug-in Spectrum
5) Bharat Bill Product System
Answer- 3) Bharat Bill Payment System
Explanation:
Bharat Bill Payment System is a Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) conceptualized system, managed by
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which offers integrated, accessible and interoperable
bill payment services to consumers across geographies with certainty, reliability and safety of
transactions.
21. When did Mahatma Gandhi return to India from South Africa?
1) 9 July 1896
2) 31 May 1893
3) 9 January 1915
4) 19 April 1917
5) 17 June 1917
Answer- 3) 9 January 1915
Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi had returned to India from South Africa on 9th January 1915. This occasion is
recognised by the Indian Government as Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, and celebrated annually since 2003.
22. Which part of the human body gets affected by Parkinson’s disease?
1) Kidney
2) Liver
3) Lungs
4) Heart
5) Brain
Answer- 5) Brain
Explanation:
Parkinson’s disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over
years.

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23. Where is the World’s Largest Art Museum, “Louvre” located?
1) Paris, France
2) London, England
3) Moscow, Russia
4) Berlin, Germany
5) Rome, Italy
Answer- 1) Paris, France
Explanation:
In May 2021, French historian Laurence des Cars became the 1st Women President of Louvre - The
World’s Largest Art Museum. The Louvre museum located in Paris, France is also the World’s Most
visited museum. Famous Artworks in Louvre Museum - Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Liberty Leading the
People
24. When was the Indian Bank’s Association established?

1) 1955
2) 1935
3) 1946
4) 1976
5) 1991
Answer- 3) 1946
Explanation:
About Indian Banks’ Association(IBA):
Establishment – 1946 Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra Chief Executive – Sunil Mehta
25. Saturn, the ______ Planet from the Sun, has a total of ______ moons.
1) 7th; 82
2) 5th; 82
3) 6th; 82
4) 5th; 68
5) 7th; 68
Answer- 3) 6th; 82
Explanation:
Scientists have discovered giant water plumes spewing from the vast ocean beneath the crust of
“Enceladus”- one of the largest moons of Saturn. Saturn has a total of 82 moons, with its largest moon
“Titan” equivalent to the size of planet Mercury. Saturn is the 6th planet from the Sun. It is the planet
with the highest number of moons in our solar system.
26. When was the interim Government of India formed?

1) 3rd September 1945
2) 7th September 1947
4) 2nd September 1946
Answer- 4) 2nd September 1946

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Explanation:
The interim Government of India formed on 2nd September 1964. The Interim Government of India,
also known as the Provisional Government of India.
27. Where is Mollem National Park located?

1) Telangana
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Goa
5) Karnataka
Answer- 4) Goa
Explanation:
About Goa:
Chief Minister – Pramod Sawant
Governor – P.S. Sreedharan Pillai
National Park – Mollem National Park
Zoological Park – Bondla Zoological Park
28. Who is the current Chairperson of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)?
1) Hitesh Kumar
2) Ajit Kumar
3) Rajni Hasija
4) Alka Upadhyaya
5) Tripti Patra Ghosh
Answer- 4) Alka Upadhyaya
Explanation:
About National Highways Authority of India (NHAI):
Chairperson– Alka Upadhyaya
Headquarter– New Delhi, Delhi
29. Where is the Chilika Lake, Largest Brackish Water estuarine Lake of Asia is located ?
1) Odisha
2) Assam
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Kerala
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 1) Odisha
Explanation:
Chilika is the largest brackish water estuarine Lake of Asia. It sprawls over an area of 1100 sq kms.
Covering parts of three districts of Odisha i.e Puri on the East, Khurda on the North and Ganjam on the
South.
i. It is the largest coastal lagoon in India & the second largest lagoon in the World.
Note- It is the 1st Ramsar site in India.

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30. In December 2021, RBI imposes a penalty Rs 30 Lakh on ________ for deficiencies in regulatory
compliance.
1) DCB Bank
2) RBL Bank
3) Union Bank
4) MUFG Bank
5) Axis Bank
Answer- 4) MUFG Bank
Explanation:
RBI Imposes Rs 30 Lakh Penalty On MUFG Bank. RBI has imposed penalties on MUFG Bank for
deficiencies in regulatory compliance.
i. MUFG Bank was earlier known as The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Good Governance Index 2021
released in December 2021?
A) GGI was a biannual report prepared by the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public
Grievances (DARPG).
B) The report covers 5 sectors through 18 indicators, in which Goa topped in the Group A
Category, followed by Maharashtra & Uttar Pradesh.
C) In the North-East & Hill States category, Himachal Pradesh tops the Index, while Delhi topped
under UTs category.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only A & C
Explanation:
GGI was a biannual exercise prepared by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public
Grievances (DARPG).
i. Gujarat tops the list under group A other states category followed by Maharashtra & Goa, which
covers 10 sectors through 58 indicator index.
ii. In the North-East and Hill States category, Himachal Pradesh tops the Index & Delhi tops under
UTs category.
2. In which city did Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lay the foundation stone (in Dec’21) for
Defence Technology & Test Centre (DTTC) & BRAHMOS Manufacturing Centre of DRDO?
1) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2) Patna, Bihar
5) Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Answer- 1) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Union Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone for Defence Technology & Test
Centre (DTTC) & BrahMos Manufacturing Centre which was established by DRDO in Lucknow, Uttar
Pradesh.
i. DTTC is set up as a result of the MoU signed between Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial
Development Authority (UPEIDA) & DRDO during DefExpo-2020 held in Lucknow.
ii. BrahMos Manufacturing Centre will be set up by BrahMos Aerospace in Lucknow & will produce
the new BrahMos-NG (Next Generation) variant at a rate of 80-100 missiles per year.

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3. In December 2021, Indian Government constituted a _____ member committee headed by Vivek
Joshi to look into the possibility of the withdrawal of the AFSPA in ___________.
1) 2; Nagaland
2) 5; Tripura
3) 3; Mizoram
4) 5; Nagaland
5) 3; Tripura
Answer- 4) 5; Nagaland
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) has decided to constitute a ‘five-member’ committee to look into the
demand for withdrawal of Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act – AFSPA in Nagaland.
i. The committee would submit its recommendations within 45 days
ii. Head – Vivek Joshi, the Registrar General & Census Commissioner of India
Secretary – Piyush Goyal, Additional Secretary in the Union Home Ministry
Other members – Chief secretary & Director-General of Police (DGP), Nagaland and DGP of the Assam
Rifles.
BANKING AND FINANCE
4. Which Company recently (in Dec’21) partnered with NSDL Payments Bank to launch a new
Fintech platform targeting India's SME sector?
1) Finastra
2) Ascendum
3) Indipaisa
4) Dimensions Cybertech
5) Newgen Software Technologies
Answer- 3) Indipaisa
Explanation:
Indipaisa signed a partnership agreement with NSDL Payments Bank to launch Financial Technology
(Fintech) solutions targeting India’s 63 million Small & Mid-sized Enterprise (SME) sector.
i. To empower SME owners & operators provide facilities and services that help them grow businesses,
comply with government tax laws and build a sustainable future.
ii. This partnership is inline with India’s target of exceeding USD 1.0 Trillion digital transactions,
annually by the year 2025.
About NSDL Payments Bank:
MD& CEO- Abhijit Kamalapurkar
5. Name the Bank that was recently (in Dec’21) became the 1st Indian Bank to offer cross-border
payments via UPI along with NPCI.
1) ICICI Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) IndusInd Bank
5) YES Bank
Answer- 4) IndusInd Bank

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Explanation:
IndusInd Bank has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) for offering real-
time cross-border remittances to India using UPI IDs for its Money Transfer Operator (MTO) partners.
i. With this initiative, IndusInd Bank has become the 1st Indian bank to go live on Cross Border
Payments/NRI Remittances. .
ii..IndusInd Bank has started off with Thailand’s DeeMoney for Foreign Inward Remittance (FIR)
through UPI.
Managing Director & CEO– Sumant Kathpalia
Tagline– We Make You Feel Richer
6. Which Insurance company recently (in Dec’21) signed a bancassurance agreement with South
Indian Bank to offer life insurance solutions?
1) Aviva Life
2) MAX Life
3) HDFC Life
4) Bajaj Allianz Life
5) Exide Life
Answer- 3) HDFC Life
Explanation:
HDFC Life signed a bancassurance (Bank-Insurance) agreement with South Indian Bank to offer life
insurance solutions to the customers of South Indian Bank.
i. HDFC Life is targeting to provide the customer with innovative products and superior levels of
services through the physical and digital routes.
About HDFC Life:
MD & CEO- Vibha Padalkar
7. Identify the Bank that was recently (in Dec’21) signed an MoU with India Post Payments Bank
to offer Banking Services in Semi-urban & Rural Areas.
2) YES Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) ICICI Bank
Answer- 3) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
HDFC Bank has signed an MoU with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) to offer banking services to over
4.7 crore customers of IPPB in semi-urban and rural areas.
About India Post Payments Bank (IPPB):
Launched on – 30 January 2017 in Ranchi, Jharkhand & Raipur, Chattisgarh (as a Pilot project)
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8. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the World Economic League Table
2022 released in December 2021?
A) The report was released by UK-based Centre for Economics and Business Research’s (CEBR).
B) India will move to 6th position in 2022 overtaking France & become the 3rd World’s largest
economy in 2031.
C) The Table predicted that China will overtake the United States of America to be the World’s
largest economy in 2030.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only A & B
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The report was released by UK-based Centre for Economics and Business Research’s (CEBR).
i. India will regain 6th position from France in 2022 & to become the 3rd largest economy in 2031.
ii. The table predicted China will overtake the United States of America to be the largest economy in
2030.
iii. The world economy is set to surpass $100 trillion for the first time in 2022 & India ranked 7th
rank in 2021.
9. Name the Company that was recently (in Dec’21) selected by DRDO to handle the technology of
border surveillance systems developed by IRDE & DRDO.
1) Reliance Naval & Engineering
2) Astra Microwave Products Ltd
3) Paras Defence & Space Technologies
4) Apollo Micro Systems Ltd
5) Sika Interplant systems
Answer- 3) Paras Defence & Space Technologies
Explanation:
DRDO has selected Paras Defence & Space Technologies Ltd as one of the companies for handing over
technology of border surveillance systems developed by Instruments Research & Development
Establishment (IRDE) and DRDO.
i. This technology has been transferred by a licensing agreement for transfer of technology (ToT) for
border surveillance Systems entered between Paras Defence, IRDE and DRDO.
10. Who recently (in Dec’21) won the Global Environment & Climate Action Citizen Award 2021?
1) Antara Chatterjee
2) Sunita Narain
3) Vidyut Mohan
4) Viral Sudhirbhai Desai
5) Sahar Mansoor

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Answer- 4) Viral Sudhirbhai Desai
Explanation:
Viral Sudhirbhai Desai who is popularly known as the Greenman or green man of Gujarat has been
honoured with the Global Environment and Climate Action Citizen Award 2021. The winners of the 8th
Edition of the “Bharat Gaurav Awards” Lifetime achievement award, were felicitated at, Dubai, UAE
i. Viral Desai was the only Indian to win the honour for climate change.
11. Who was recently (in Dec’21) appointed as the interim Managing Director & CEO of the RBL
Bank?
1) Yogesh Daya
2) Aditya Puri
3) Vishwavir Ahuja
4) Rajeev Ahuja
5) Amitabh Chaudhry
Answer- 4) Rajeev Ahuja
Explanation:
Rajeev Ahuja, Executive Director of the RBL Bank has been appointed as the interim MD & CEO of the
RBL Bank
i. Vishwavir Ahuja will step down from the post of MD & CEO and go on leave with immediate effect.
ii. RBI has appointed Yogesh Dayal, chief general manager of RBI, as an additional director on the board
of RBL Bank for a period of 2 years till 23rd December 2023.
12. Which country launched ‘Inmarsat-6 F1’ Communications Satellite into Geostationary Orbit
in December 2021?
1) Russia
2) Japan
3) Israel
4) USA
5) China
Answer- 2) Japan
Explanation:
Japan has launched Inmarsat-6 F1, a communication satellite, through a Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’
(MHI) H-IIA204 rocket from Japan’s Tanegashima Space Center that will enter geostationary orbit, about
22,240 miles above earth.
i. It is developed by the London-based company Inmarsat as a part of its next-generation satellite
broadband service.
13. Name the Satellite that was recently (in Dec’21) launched by China that can take high-
resolution pictures (upto 5 meters) of Earth.
1) Fengyun-3E
2) Yaogan 33R
3) Ziyuan-1 02E

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4) Haiyang-2D
5) Tianzhou 3
Answer- 3) Ziyuan-1 02E
Explanation:
The China National Space Administration (CNSA) stated that China’s launch of a new satellite called
‘Ziyuan-1 02E’ or ‘five-meter optical satellite 02’ was launched by a Long March-4C rocket from the
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in north China’s Shanxi province.
i. The Satellite with a high-resolution camera that can take pictures of the ground with a resolution of
5 meters.
ii. Pictures taken by the satellites will help engineers survey China’s geological environment and search
for minerals.
About China:
Capital – Beijing
President – Xi Jinping
Currency – Renminbi
14. Which Organization recently (in Dec’21) launched by the James Webb Space Telescope into
space using Ariane 5 rocket from French Guiana?
1) NASA
2) European space agency
3) Canadian Space Agency
4) Both 1 & 2
5) All 1, 2 & 3
Answer- 5) All 1, 2 & 3
Explanation:
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) launched through Arianespace's heavy-lift Ariane 5
rocket from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana.
i. The Webb Space Telescope will reach the destination in solar orbit some 1.5million kilometers from
earth -about four times farther away than the moon.
ii. Its commissioning in space will take 6 months & the mission span is between 5-15 years.
iii. The telescope is an international collaboration led by NASA in partnership with the European space
agency (ESA) and Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
Note- Lucknow-born Hashima Hasan, Nasa’s JWST Deputy Program Scientist, represented India.
OBITUARY
15. Nobel Prize Awardee Desmond Tutu passed away recently (in Dec’21). In Which field did he
receive the Nobel Prize in 1984?
1) Economy
2) Peace
3) Physics
4) Chemistry
5) Medicine
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Explanation:
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a veteran of South Africa’s struggle
against white minority rule, died at the age of 90 in Cape town.
i. He won the Nobel Peace prize in 1984 in recognition of his non-violent opposition to South Africa’s
brutal apartheid regime.
16. Karolos Papoulias passed away recently (in Dec’21). He is the former President of which
country?
1) Italy
2) Greece
3) Denmark
4) Spain
5) Russia
Answer- 2) Greece
Explanation:
The former President of Greece, Karolos Papoulias passed away at the age of 92 years.
i. He served as the President during the Financial Crisis of Greece that started in 2010, which led to a
huge shift in the Debt-to-GDP ratio of the country.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
17. Who Authored the Book, ‘Dr V L Dutt: Glimpses of a Pioneer’s Life Journey’ that was released
by M Venkaiah Naidu, Vice-President of India in December 2021?
1) Vivek Bindra
2) Deepak Chopra
3) Priya Kumar
4) V L Indira Dutt
5) Shiv Khera
Answer- 4) V L Indira Dutt
Explanation:
M Venkaiah Naidu, Vice President of India, launched the book titled ‘Dr V L Dutt: Glimpses of a
Pioneer’s Life Journey’ authored by Dr V L Indira Dutt, Chairperson and Managing Director(CMD) of
KCP Group, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
i. The book is based on the life of Late Velagapudi Lakshmana Dutt (V.L. Dutt), the former Chairman of
KCP Group.
IMPORTANT DAYS
18. Every year International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is observed across the globe by the
United Nation on ____________.
1) 26th December
2) 28th December
3) 24th December
4) 27th December
5) 25th December

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Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is annually observed across
the globe on 27th December to create awareness about the importance of the prevention of,
preparedness for and partnership against epidemics.
i. The 27th December 2021 marks the observance of the 2nd International Day of Epidemic
Preparedness.
ii. The 1st ever International Day of Epidemic Preparedness was held on 27th December 2020.
CA STATIC GK
19. What is the Tagline of HDFC Bank?

1) One Family One Bank
2) Your Own Bank
3) A Bank Of The Common Man
4) We Understand Your World
5) Honours Your Trust
Answer- 4) We Understand Your World
Explanation:
About HDFC Bank:
Incorporated – 1994
CEO & MD – Sashidhar Jagdishan
Tagline – We Understand Your World
20. Where is Gobindgarh Fort located?

1) Ludhiana, Punjab
2) Hyderabad, Telangana
3) Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
4) Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
5) Amritsar, Punjab
Answer- 5) Amritsar, Punjab
Explanation:
Gobindgarh Fort is a historic military fort located in the center of the city of Amritsar in the Indian state
of Punjab.
21. Where is the Headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO)?

1) Vienna, Austria
2) Rome, Italy
3) Montreal, Canada
5) Washington DC, United States
Explanation:
About World Health Organization(WHO):
Director-General– Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Founded- 1948

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Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
22. Which of the following does not orbit around the Earth?
1) James Webb telescope
2) Hubble space telescope
3) Kepler space telescope
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 1 & 3
Answer- 1) James Webb telescope
Explanation:
Unlike the Hubble space telescope, the James Webb telescope will not orbit the Earth.
i. It will Orbit the sun at About 1.5 million km away from the earth
23. Where is Ntangki National Park located?

1) Meghalaya
2) Mizoram
3) Tripura
4) Assam
5) Nagaland
Answer- 5) Nagaland
Explanation:
About Nagaland:
Governor – Jagdish Mukhi
Chief Minister – Neiphiu Rio
National Park– Ntangki National Park
Wildlife Sanctuary– Fakim Wildlife Sanctuary; Puliebadze Wildlife Sanctuary; Rangapahar Wildlife
Sanctuary
24. In which year the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act was enacted?
1) 1955
2) 1958
3) 1950
4) 1949
5) 1947
Answer- 2) 1958
Explanation:
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Bill was passed by both the Houses of Parliament and it received
the assent of the President on 11th September, 1958.
i. The Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 is an act of Parliament that gives the armed forces the
power to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”.
ii. It gives the armed forces the authority to use force or even open fire after warning a person who is
found to be in contravention of the law.
25. What is the current (as of Dec’21) Insurance penetration in India with respect to GDP?
1) 3.1%
2) 4.2%

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3) 2.9%
4) 3.7%
5) 4.0%
Answer- 4) 3.7%
Explanation:
Insurance penetration in India is currently at 3.7% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) compared to
the world average of 6.31%.
i. The Indian insurance industry has 57 companies with 24 life insurance companies, & 34 non-life
insurers. Among the life insurers, Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) is the sole public sector company.
26. When was RBL Bank established?

1) 1950
2) 1954
3) 1966
4) 1943
5) 1949
Answer- 4) 1943
Explanation:
About RBL Bank:
Founded- 1943
MD & CEO (interim)– Rajeev Ahuja
Tagline- Apno Ka Bank
27. In December 2021, RBI imposed a penalty of Rs 1 crore on Mobikwik & Spice Money for non-
compliance of norms, under the provisions of Payments & Settlement Systems Act of _______.
1) 2007
2) 2011
3) 1993
4) 1974
5) 1984
Answer- 1) 2007
Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India imposed a penalty of Rs 1 crore each on two payment system operators to
Mobikwik and Spice Money, for non-compliance of norms under section 26 (6) of the payment and
settlement systems act, 2007.
28. In November 2021, The Apple Festival was organized for the 1st time in India. Which
State/UT produces the highest quantity of Apples in India?
1) Jammu & Kashmir
2) Delhi
3) Himachal Pradesh
4) Uttarakhand
5) Punjab
Answer- 1) Jammu & Kashmir

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Explanation:
Jammu & Kashmir is the largest producer of Apple in India.
i. The Apple Festival was organized for the 1st time in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.
29. Which state became the 1st state to achieve 100% Vaccination of its Adult eligible population
in December 2021?
1) Maharashtra
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Gujarat
4) Himachal Pradesh
5) Assam
Answer- 4) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
Himachal Pradesh became the 1st Indian state to fully vaccinate all of its adult population. HP had
bagged the 1st position among 29 states in the country to achieve the vaccination goal before the year
end.
30. In which state 97th edition of the World Sangeet Tansen festival 2021 was celebrated?
1) Maharashtra
2) Gujarat
3) Madhya Pradesh
4) Assam
5) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
In Madhya Pradesh, the 97th edition of the World Sangeet Tansen festival 2021 started from 25th
December to December 30th in Gwalior.
i. It is the five-day festival & the stage of the program has been constructed on the theme of the
Siddhanath temple situated in Omkareshwar.

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1. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the 4th edition of State Health Index
for 2019-20 that was released (in Dec’21) in the ‘Healthy States, Progressive India’ report ?
A) The report was developed by NITI Aayog, with technical assistance from the World Bank
(WB).
B) Among Largest States, Kerala showed Overall best incremental performance for the 4th
consecutive time.
C) Among the Large states, Telangana was positioned last, whereas Nagaland topped among the
Smaller States.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
The report was developed by NITI Aayog, with technical assistance from the World Bank (WB).
i. Among Largest States, Kerala showed Overall best incremental performance for the 4th consecutive
time. While Uttar Pradesh was positioned at the last rank.
ii. The Index is weighted Composite Index based on 24 indicators, each domain has been assigned
weights based on Health Outcomes, Governance and Information, & Key Inputs/Processes & It has
covered 19 Larger States, 8 Smaller States and 7 UTs.
iii. Among UT, Delhi tops the index & Among Smaller States, Mizoram Topped the index.
2. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the various Hydropower Projects
Inaugurated (in Dec’21) by PM Narendra Modi in Himachal Pradesh (HP)?
A) PM inaugurated the Sawra-Kuddu 111 MW Hydro Power Project, which has been built at a cost
of Rs 2,080 crore.
B) He also the foundation stone for Luhri Stage 1 Hydro Power Project across the Chenab River &
Mandi districts of HP
C) The 1 st hydropower project of Hamirpur District, Dhaulasidh Hydro Power Project across the
river Beas was initiated.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only A & C
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The PM inaugurated the Sawra-Kuddu 111 MW Hydro Power Project, which has been built at a cost
of around Rs 2,080 crore.
i. PM laid the foundation stone for Luhri Stage 1 Hydro Power Project across the river Satluj and Kullu
districts in Himachal Pradesh with the total capacity of 210 MW.

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ii. PM laid the foundation stone for 1 st hydropower project of Hamirpur District, Dhaulasidh Hydro
Power Project across the river Beas with the total capacity of 66 MW.
iii. PM Modi also laid the foundation stone of Renukaji Dam project which is lying pending for around
three decades.
3. In the Implementation of Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM), _________ secured
1st Rank among the 34 states & UTs, while ___________ secured 1st in the Ranking among the
Cluster (as of Dec’21).
1) Telangana; Ryakal cluster of Sangareddy
2) Mizoram; Aibawk cluster of Aizawl
3) Telangana; Jukkal cluster of Kamareddy
4) Mizoram; Ryakal cluster of Sangareddy
5) Tamil Nadu; Aibawk cluster of Aizawl
Answer- 1) Telangana; Ryakal cluster of Sangareddy
Explanation:
Telangana has secured 1st place among the 34 states & UTs that implement the Shyama Prasad
Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM).
Rank States Rank Cluster Name
1st Telangana 1st Ryakal (Sangareddy, Telangana)
2nd Tamil Nadu 2nd Jukkal (Kamareddy, Telangana)
3rd Gujarat 3rd Aibawk (Aizawl, Mizoram)
4. Which country launched the World's 1st Dual-Mode Vehicle (in Dec’21) that can run on both
Roads & Tracks?
1) Indonesia
2) Japan
3) China
4) USA
5) UK
Answer- 2) Japan
Explanation:
Japan has introduced the world's first dual-mode vehicle (DMV) in its town of Kaiyo & It will run on
Diesel.
i. The vehicle can run on normal rubber tyres on the road but its steel wheels, which are in its
underbelly, descend when it hits the rail tracks.
ii. This feature of effectively changing into a train-like module easily on a rail track is the first of its
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5. In December 2021, RBL Bank Extended the Co-branded Credit Cards Partnership with _________
for 5 years.
1) Tata Capital
2) Muthoot Finance
3) LIC Housing Finance
4) Bajaj Finance
5) Indiabulls Housing Finance
Answer- 4) Bajaj Finance
Explanation:
RBL Bank partnered with Bajaj Finance Ltd (BFL) for the extension of the partnership of co-branded
credit cards for 5 years till December 2026.
i. The Bank had entered into a partnership with Bajaj Finance in 2018 launching a series of co-branded
credit cards.
ii. As per the RBL Bank’s FY2019 annual report, RBL Bank – Bajaj Finance co-brand portfolio crosses 10
lakh cards, making it one of the largest co-branded card partnerships in the country.
6. Name the Bank that was recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘Green Fixed Deposits’ to support the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).
1) HDFC Bank
2) YES Bank
3) IndusInd Bank
4) ICICI Bank
5) Axis Bank
Answer- 3) IndusInd Bank
Explanation:
IndusInd Bank launched Green Fixed Deposits (FDs) where the deposit proceeds will be used to
finance projects and firms supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).
i. With this, the bank has entered the list of few global banks which offer integrating SDG into a regular
FD product.
ii. Deposits backed by insurance for up to Rs 5 lakh
Note- IndusInd Bank is the only bank in India to secure ‘band A’ in the Carbon Disclosure Project.
7. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) signed a Co-lending Partnership with MAS Financial Services
to offer a loan for MSME?
4) Indian Bank
5) Bank of Baroda
Answer- 2) Bank of Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) has signed a strategic co-lending partnership with MAS Financial
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i. The partnership is subject to compliance laws including applicable guidelines issued by the Reserve
Bank of India(RBI).
About Bank of Maharashtra (BoM):
MD & CEO– A S Rajeev
Head Office– Pune, Maharashtra
Tagline– Ek Parivaar, Ek Bank (One Family One Bank)
8. What was the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) of November 2021 that reached a 12 years high?
1) 10.47 %
2) 11.54 %
3) 14.23 %
4) 12.54 %
5) 16.50 %
Answer- 3) 14.23 %
Explanation:
As per Official data of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of
Commerce and Industry, India’s annual wholesale price index (WPI) surged to 14.23% in November
2021 as compared to last year due to base effect.
i. This WPI inflation is dominated by the prices of mineral oils, basic metals, crude petroleum, natural
gas, chemicals and food products. It was 12.54% in October 2021.
Note- Wholesale price inflation (WPI) jumped to a 12-year high of 14.23 per cent in the month of
November & the WPI figure is the highest since April 2005.
9. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the 17th annual Mother Teresa
Memorial Awards (MTMA) for Social Justice 2021?
A) The Award was hosted by the Ministry of Environment & Forests which was given to promote
Clean & garbage free Environment.
B) Padma Bhushan Awardee - Anil Prakash Joshi & winner of 2021 Earthshot Prize - Vidyut
Mohan were also awarded with MTMA.
C) A young environmental activist from Uttarakhand Ridhima Pandey & Padma Shree awardee
Tulsi Gowda were also among the recipients of the MTMA Award 2021.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
The Award was hosted by Harmony Foundation that was given to promote peace, harmony and
social justice.
i. Padma Awardee Anil Prakash Joshi & Vidyut Mohan winner of Earth shot Prize were recipients of
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ii. A young environmental activist from Uttarakhand, Ridhima Pandey & Padma Shree awardee Tulsi
Gowda were also among the recipients of the MTMA Award 2021.
10. In December 2021, Who was appointed as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of
Punjab National Bank (PNB)?
1) S.C. Gupta
2) Sunil Mehta
3) Atul Kumar Goel
4) Gauri Shankar
5) Mallikarjuna Rao
Answer- 3) Atul Kumar Goel
Explanation:
Based on approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), Atul Kumar Goel was
appointed as the MD & CEO of Punjab National Bank (PNB).
i. Atul Kumar Goel will serve as PNB chief from 1st February 2021 to December 31, 2024.
ii.The committee appointed Soma Sankara Prasad as MD & CEO of UCO Bank
SPORTS
11. Which Country won South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-19 Women’s Football
Championship 2021 that was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh in December 2021?
1) Nepal
2) Bangladesh
3) Pakistan
4) India
5) Sri Lanka
Answer- 2) Bangladesh
Explanation:
Bangladesh Under-19 Women’s Football team won the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-19
Women’s Football Championship 2021 defeating India (runner ups).
i. SAFF U-19 Women’s Football Championship 2021 hosted by Bangladesh was held at the Bir
Shreshtha Shaheed Shipahi (BSSS) Mostafa Kamal Stadium, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
ii.Shahada Akter Ripa of Bangladesh, was honoured with the Most Valuable Player of the Game Award.
OBITUARY
12. Rajya Sabha MP - Mahendra Prasad recently (in Dec’21) passed away. He is a Rajya Sabha MP
representing which state?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Telangana
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Bihar
5) Assam
Answer- 4) Bihar

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Explanation:
Mahendra Prasad, MP in Rajya Sabha from Bihar, passed away at the age of 81 years after suffering
from prolonged illness.
i. Currently, he represents the Janata Dal (United) party of Bihar in the Rajya Sabha.
ii. His name was often prefixed with “King”, as he remained in the Rajya Sabha continuously since 1985
except for brief gaps.
STATE NEWS
13. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the ‘1st J&K Real Estate Summit
2021-Unlocking Opportunities’ at the Convention Centre, J&K in December 2021?
A) The summit was organized by the Government of J&K in collaboration with the Ministry of
Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
B) During the summit 39 MoUs were signed by the J&K Government with a worth of Rs 18,300
crore.
C) Auction of Assets Portal, J&K RERA portal & J&K Housing Mission Portal were launched during
the summit.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The summit was organized by the Government of J&K in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing
and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
i. During the summit 39 MoUs were signed by J&K Government with worth of Rs 18,300 crore
ii. Auction of Assets Portal, J&K RERA portal & J&K Housing Mission Portal were launched during the
summit.
14. Which state government recently (in Dec’21) launched Kaushal Rozgar Nigam Portal?
1) West Bengal
2) Haryana
3) Rajasthan
4) Karnataka
5) Punjab
Answer- 2) Haryana
Explanation:
The Chief Minister (CM) of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, launched the ‘Haryana Kaushal Rozgar
Nigam portal’ and announced to set up the Atal Park & Smriti Kendra in Gurugram, Haryana.
i. The event was organized on the occasion of Good Governance Day – the birth anniversary of Atal
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15. Name the State Government that recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘GERMIS Portal’ to monitor
availability of beds & Ventilators in Covid Hospitals under the Health Service Management
Centre.
1) Karnataka
2) Punjab
3) Gujarat
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 3) Gujarat
Explanation:
Gujarat Chief Minister (CM) Bhupendra Patel launched GERMIS, a portal under health service
management centre (HSMC) to monitor the daily availability of hospital beds, ventilators, and oxygen
beds in the state’s public and private Covid hospitals.
i. The HSMC monitors the free diagnostic treatment given to patients such as screening for non-
communicable diseases.
16. The Government of Karnataka recently (in Dec’21) partnered with NPCI & _________ to
implement ‘e-RUPI’ for Payment of Scholarships.
3) Indian Bank
4) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
The Karnataka government has partnered with the NPCI & State Bank of India to enable and
implement the ‘e-RUPI’ payment solution to students under its scholarship programme.
MD & CEO – Dilip Asbe
17. Which State recently (in Dec’21) launched the Meendum Manjapai Campaign to Promote
Cloth Bags?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Karnataka
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Telangana
5) West Bengal
Explanation:
MK Stalin CM of Tamil Nadu launched the ‘Meendum Manjappai’ Campaign (Meendum Manjapai
Vizhipunarvu Iyakkam), a campaign against single-use plastic (SUP) bags at the Kalaivanar Arangam,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
i. The campaign of the Department of Environment, Climate Change & Forest, Government of Tamil
Nadu is supported by GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH).

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18. Where is Khokhan Wildlife Sanctuary located?

1) Assam
2) Rajasthan
3) Uttarakhand
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Himachal Pradesh
Answer- 5) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
About Himachal Pradesh(HP):
Governor- Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
Wildlife Sanctuary– Kanawar Wildlife Sanctuary; Khokhan Wildlife Sanctuary
Airports– Kullu Manali Airport; Shimla Airport; Kangra Airport
19. In which year ‘Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission’ (SPMRM) was launched by the
Ministry of Rural Development to deliver Infrastructure Projects in Rural areas?
1) 2019
2) 2005
3) 2016
4) 2014
5) 2012
Answer- 3) 2016
Explanation:
In 2016, the Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) was launched by the Ministry of Rural
Development (MoRD), Government of India with an aim to develop the rural areas by providing them
with economic, social and physical infrastructure facilities.
20. Where is Shikoku island located?

1) Indonesia
2) China
3) Japan
4) South Korea
5) Maldives
Answer- 3) Japan
Explanation:
Shikoku is one of the five main islands of Japan. Shikoku is the second-smallest main island after
Okinawa.
21. What is the Tagline of RBL Bank?

1) Khayal Apka
2) We Make You Feel Richer
3) Apno Ka Bank
4) Ek Bank
5) Ek Parivaar
Answer- 3) Apno Ka Bank

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Explanation:
About RBL Bank Ltd:
Incorporated in – 1943 (Under Indian Companies Act, 1913)
CEO & MD – Rajeev Ahuja
Tagline – Apno Ka Bank
22. When did MAS Financial Services Limited receive NBFL License from Reserve Bank of India
(RBI)?
1) 1987
2) 1990
3) 1995
4) 1998
5) 1996
Answer- 4) 1998
Explanation:
About MAS Financial Services Limited:
Incepted in 1995, Received NBFC license from RBI in 1998
Chairman & Managing Director – Kamlesh Gandhi
Director & CEO– Darshana Pandya
Headquarters- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
23. Which of the following points are ‘Not Correct’ about Wholesale Price Index (WPI)?
1) WPI are used to calculate the inflation rates
2) Base Year of WPI is 2011-12
3) WPI was published by Office of Economic Advisor, Ministry of Commerce & Industry
4) WPI is a measure of the Average price of Goods & Services in India.
5) WPI does not concentrate on goods purchased by the consumers.
Answer- 4) WPI is a measure of the Average price of Goods & Services in India.
Explanation:
Amounts to the average change in prices of commodities at the wholesale level. The Commodities of WPI
are Goods Only.
24. Where is Dronacharya Stadium located?

1) Gujarat
2) Rajasthan
3) Punjab
4) Haryana
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 4) Haryana
Explanation:
About Haryana:
Stadium- Nahar Singh Stadium (Mayur Stadium), Nehru Stadium (or Dronacharya Stadium)
Wildlife Sanctuary- Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary

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25. Dandiya is the folk Dance of _________.
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Punjab
3) Gujarat
4) Rajasthan
5) Haryana
Answer- 3) Gujarat
Explanation:
About Gujarat:
Governor – Acharya Devvrat
Dance – Garba, Dandiya, Bhavai
26. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya?
1) He is educational reformer & play vital role in the Indian independence movement
2) Lala Lajpat Rai titled him as Mahamana.
3) He was awarded with Bharat Ratna in 2015
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 1 & 3
Explanation:
Madan Mohan Malviya, Indian scholar, educational reformer and politician notable for his role in the
Indian independence movement & he was the most prominent leader of INC. He was most remembered
as the founder of Banaras Hindu University (B.H.U) at Varanasi in 1916.
i. Rabindra Nath Tagore titled him "Mahamana '' & he was awarded Bharat Ratna in 2015
(Posthumous).
27. Where is the Headquarters of UCO Bank?

1) Kolkata
2) Patna
3) Chennai
4) Mumbai
5) Jaipur
Answer- 1) Kolkata
Explanation:
About UCO Bank:
Headquarters– Kolkata, West Bengal
Founded- 1943
28. Who is the Union Ministry (as of Dec’21) of the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA)?
1) Jitendra Singh
2) Hardeep Singh Puri
3) Bhupender Yadav
4) Raj Kumar Singh
5) Ashwini Vaishnaw
Answer- 2) Hardeep Singh Puri

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Explanation:
About Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA):
Union Minister– Hardeep Singh Puri (Rajya Sabha- Uttar Pradesh)
Minister of State– Kaushal Kishore (Constituency- Mohanlalganj, Uttar Pradesh)
29. In Which year Punjab National Bank started its Operation?

1) 1950
2) 1947
3) 1895
4) 1990
5) 1995
Answer- 3) 1895
Explanation:
Founder- Dyal Singh Majithia (1st Chairman)
Started operation-1895
30. Which Country will chair the Counter Terrorism Committee of United Nations Security
Council (UNSC) in January 2022?
1) Russia
2) China
3) USA
4) India
5) Pakistan
Answer- 4) India
Explanation:
India will chair the Counter-Terrorism Committee of UNSC in January 2022 for the 1st ime after 2012
(after 10 years).
The Counter-Terrorism Committee was established by Security Council resolution 1373 adopted
unanimously on 28 September 2001 in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks in the United States

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1. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Inaugurations made (in Dec’21)
by PM Narendra Modi in Uttar Pradesh (UP)?
A) PM inaugurated a 9 km long priority section of Corridor-1 of the Kanpur metro rail project
from IIT Kanpur to Moti Jheel.
B) He also inaugurated the 90 Km long Kanpur Multi Product Pipeline Project which will link
Rajasthan & Uttar Pradesh.
C) PM launched blockchain-based degree transfer technology for digital degrees under the
National Blockchain Project in the 54th Convocation of IIT Kanpur.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only A & C
Explanation:
PM inaugurated a 9 km long priority section of Corridor-1 of the Kanpur metro rail project from IIT
Kanpur to Moti Jheel.
i. He also inaugurated the 356 Km long Bina-Panki Multi Product Pipeline Project which will link the
Madhya Pradesh & Uttar Pradesh. It will be Operated by BPCL.
ii. PM launched blockchain-based degree transfer technology for digital degrees under the National
Blockchain Project in the 54th Convocation of IIT Kanpur.
Note- The entire length of the Metro Rail Project in Kanpur is ~32 Km having 2 corridors of which 13
km will be underground. It will have 30 stations in Kanpur.
• Bina-Panki Multi Product Pipeline Project will be operated by Bharat Petroleum Corporation
Limited (BPCL).
2. In which city of Madhya Pradesh, Indian Army recently (in Dec’21) launched ‘Quantum Lab’ in
the Military Headquarters Of War?
1) Bhopal
2) Jabalpur
3) Indore
4) Gwalior
5) Ujjain
Answer- 3) Indore
Explanation:
The Indian Army has established the Quantum Lab at the Military College of Telecommunication
Engineering (MCTE), in Military Headquarters Of War (Mhow), Indore, Madhya Pradesh (MP).
i. The Quantum Lab was established with the support of the National Security Council Secretariat
(NSCS) to spearhead research and training in this key developing field & this is a part of the Indian
army’s development in the field of Emerging Technology domain.
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About Indian Army:
Chief of the Army Staff– General Manoj Mukund Naravane
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3. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the ‘Report on Trend and Progress of
Banking in India 2020-21’ that was released by RBI in December 2021?
A) Co-operative Banks remained robust in COVID, due to the increase in deposit insurance from
Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh under co-operative depositors’ coverage.
B) Gross NPA ratio of Scheduled Commercial Banks decreased from 8.2 percent at the end of
March 2020 to 6.9 percent at the end of September 2021.
C) The share of Restructured Advances has increased from 0.4 % at end-March 2020 to 1.8 % at
end September 2021 which was due to the restructuring scheme 2.0 for Retail loans & MSME.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only A & B
4) Only B & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The report was released by the RBI which shows the performance of the banking sector, including co-
operative banks & NBFCs during FY21-22 (till December 2021).
i. The gross non-performing assets (GNPA) ratio of Scheduled Commercial Banks decreased from 8.2
percent at the end of March 2020 to 6.9 percent at the end of September 2021.
ii. The share of Restructured Advances has increased from 0.4 percent at end-March 2020 to 1.8
percent at end September 2021 which was due to the restructuring scheme 2.0 for Retail loans & MSME.
4. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the recent (in Dec’21) amendments
made to the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018?
A) SEBI fixed the Initial Public Offerings (IPO) limit for the companies that has not identified any
acquisition or investment targets is increased from 25 % to 35%
B) The minimum lock-in period for promoters was reduced to 1years from 5 years in
Preferential Allotment.
C) Credit Rating Agency (CRAs) registered are permitted to act as Monitoring Agency instead of
Scheduled Commercial Banks & Public Financial Institutions.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only A & B
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
SEBI fixed the Initial Public Offerings (IPO) limit for the companies that has not identified any
acquisition or investment targets is increased from 25 % to 35%
i. The minimum lock-in period for promoters was reduced to 18 months from 3 years in Preferential
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ii. Credit Rating Agency (CRAs) registered are permitted to act as Monitoring Agency instead of
Scheduled Commercial Banks & Public Financial Institutions.
iii. The amendment was made based on recommendation of the Primary Market Advisory Committee,
SEBI board approved the proposal to amend the various regulating frameworks.
5. SEBI approved the Alternative Investment Funds, Regulations, 2012, to introduce Special
Situation Funds (SSF) that invest in ____________ & also fixed the minimum investment by an
investor to ___________.
1) Stressed Assets; 10 crore
2) International Stocks; 10 crore
4) Stressed Assets; 50 crore
Answer- 1) Stressed Assets; 10 crore
Explanation:
The Board approved amendment to SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012, to
introduce Special Situation Funds (SSF), a sub-category under Category I AIF, which will invest only in
stressed assets.
i. Minimum investment by an investor is Rs 10 crore and Rs 5 crore in case of an accredited investor &
Minimum corpus of Rs 100 crore
6. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) partnered with NPCI to Launch ‘RuPay Debit Card’ for
Corporates?
4) Indian Bank
5) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
Central Bank of India has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch
‘RuPay Business Platinum Debit Card’ for corporates.
i. Domestic – The card offers an ATM withdrawal limit of Rs.1 lakh along with a purchase of up to Rs.3
lakh at Point on Sale (POS) or E-Commerce.
ii. International – The card users can also withdraw up to Rs. 75,000 at ATMs abroad and perform
purchases globally worth up to Rs. 3 lakh at Point On Sale (POS) or E-Commerce and international
online merchants.
CEO & MD – Dilip Asbe
7. In December 2021, RBI extended the restrictions for Punjab & Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC)
Bank from 1st January 2022 to__________.
1) 31st August, 2022
2) 30th July, 2022

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3) 30th April, 2022
4) 1st September, 2022
5) 31st March, 2022
Answer- 5) 31st March, 2022
Explanation:
RBI extended the restrictions for Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank for another three
months from January 1 2022 to March 31 2022.
i. In exercise of the powers conferred on it by Sub–section (4) of Section 45 read with Section 56 of the
Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India had prepared a draft scheme of amalgamation
of The Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank with Unity Small Finance Bank Ltd. (USFB).
8. Name the Insurance company that recently (in Dec’21) launched a ‘New Term plan’ named
“iProtect Return of Premium” to offer 105% return of the premium paid at the age of 60 or 70
years.
1) Max Life
2) ICICI Prudential Life
3) Aegon Life
4) Exide Life
5) Bajaj Allianz Life
Answer- 2) ICICI Prudential Life
Explanation:
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance launched a new term plan ‘ICICI Pru iProtect Return of Premium’. It
offers 105 % return of the premium paid at age of 60 or 70 years or on policy maturity.
i. The policy offers two variants – life stage cover and level cover.
About ICICI Prudential Life Insurance:
Chairman- M. S. Ramachandran
Commenced Operation- 2000
9. In December 2021, Information and Credit Rating agency (ICRA) projected India’s GDP growth
to _____ in FY22.
1) 8.8%
2) 8.2%
3) 9%
4) 8.6%
5) 8.4%
Answer- 3) 9%
Explanation:
The Information and Credit Rating agency (ICRA) projected India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
growth of 9 percent each in FY22 & FY23 despite the uncertainty developed by the Omicron variant of
Covid-19.
i. The Agency is expecting the Cost Price Inflation (CPI) to an average of 4.5-5.0 Percent in FY23 from 5.5
Percent in FY22.
Note – The GDP expansion was expected with a K-shaped divergence amongst the formal and informal
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About The Information and Credit Rating agency (ICRA):
Headquarters – Gurgaon, Haryana
CEO & MD – N. Sivaraman
10. In December 2021, Green Energy Industry of India received _________ FDI from 2014 to June
2021.
1) $4.89 Billion
2) $7.27 Billion
3) $3.12 Million
4) $6.12 Billion
5) $5.29 Million
Answer- 2) $7.27 Billion
Explanation:
India’s green energy industry received foreign direct investment (FDI) worth $7.27 billion from 2014-
15 till June 2021.
i. According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) , out of $7.27 billion FDI, $797.21
million was received during 2020-21.
ii. As per REN21 Renewables 2020 Global status Report, during 2014 -2019 renewable energy
programmes and projects in India attracted an investment of $64.4 billion ($11.2 billion has been
invested in 2019 alone).
11. In December 2021, Who was named as the PETA India’s ‘Person of the Year 2021’?
1) Priyanka Chopra
2) Alia Bhatt
3) Deepika Padukone
4) Akshay Kumar
5) Bhumi Pednekar
Answer- 2) Alia Bhatt
Explanation:
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India has named Indian Bollywood actress Alia
Bhatt as the ‘Person of the Year’ 2021 to celebrate her work in supporting the animal-friendly fashion
industry and her advocacy for dogs and cats in need.
About PETA India :
Launched- 2000
12. In December 2021, ________ was reappointed as the Managing Director & Chief Executive
Officer of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited (ESFBL) for _________ terms.
1) Ittira Davis; 5 years
2) Arun Ramanathan; 4 years
3) Vasudevan PN; 3 years

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4) Ittira Davis; 3 years
5) Vasudevan PN; 5 years
Answer- 3) Vasudevan PN; 3 years
Explanation:
The Board of Directors (BoD) of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited (ESFBL) reappointed Vasudevan
Pathangi Narasimhan (PN) as the MD & CEO for 3 years (from July 23, 2022 to July 22, 2025).
i. Vasudevan PN is currently serving as the MD and CEO of the bank. Earlier he was working as the MD
of Equitas Holdings Limited.
Note- Arun Ramanathan is Part time chairman of ESFBL & Ittira Davis is MD & CEO of Ujjivan Small
Finance Bank.
13. Which Company appointed the bollywood actors Vijay Raaz & Varun Sharma as the Brand
Ambassadors in December 2021?
1) EaseMyTrip
2) SpiceJet
3) Yatra
4) MakeMyTrip
5) Redbus
Answer- 1) EaseMyTrip
Explanation:
EaseMyTrip.com (Easy Trip Planners Ltd) has appointed Bollywood actors Vijay Raaz and Varun
Sharma as its brand ambassadors.
Note- This is the first time for EaseMyTrip to appoint any brand ambassador.
About EaseMyTrip:
CEO– Nishant Pitti
Founded- 2008
14. Name the 1st series of Project 22220 versatile nuclear-powered icebreaker which was
recently (in Dec’21) launched by Russia to Boost India’s Arctic Plans in the Northern Seas Route.
1) Arktika
2) Lenin
3) Sibir
4) Himadri
5) Xuelong
Answer- 3) Sibir
Explanation:
Russia has launched its 1st in the series Project 22220 versatile nuclear-powered icebreaker known as
‘Sibir’, which will support the growing fleet of icebreakers to keep the Northern Sea Route open for
year-round shipping through the Arctic and enable a wider presence of India in the arctic region.
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15. Which country recently (in Dec’21) launched the 3rd & Final Demonstration Mission of
‘Angara A5 Rocket’?
1) Indonesia
2) Russia
3) USA
4) China
5) Japan
Answer- 2) Russia
Explanation:
Russia has successfully launched its 3rd and final demonstration flight of the Angara-A5/Persey rocket
from the state test cosmodrome of the Russian Defence Ministry – Site 35/1 Plesetsk cosmodrome,
Russia.
i.The Angara is being developed and built by the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space
Center in Moscow, Russia.
ii. The Angara Space Launch System (Angara SLS) is a family of modular launch vehicles developed on
the basis of URM (Unified Rocket Modules), Common Core Booster (CCB), using LOX/kerosene engines.
OBITUARY
16. Scientist Edward O. Wilson recently (in Dec’21) passed away. Name the new field of science
that was established by Edward O. Wilson.
1) Sociobiology
2) Earth Sciences
3) Astrophysics
4) Marine Biology
5) Parasitology
Answer- 1) Sociobiology
Explanation:
The US scientist, professor & author Edward O. Wilson, also known as “modern-day Darwin” passed
away at the age of 92.
i. E.O. Wilson, whose study of insects and clarion call to protect earth earned him the nickname
“Darwin’s natural heir”.
ii. He established a new field of science known as ‘sociobiology’ & he is also author of ‘Sociobiology: the
New Synthesis’, ’Half Earth’ etc.
iii. He was fondly called as “the father of sociobiology” and “the father of biodiversity”
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17. Where is the Headquarters of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)?
1) Paris, France
2) Vienna, Austria
3) London, UK
5) Rome, Italy

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Explanation:
i. International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is an independent, non-governmental
international organization with a membership of 165 national standards bodies & the Headquarters of
ISO is Geneva, Switzerland.
ii. In London, in 1946, 65 delegates from 25 countries met to discuss the future of International
Standardization. In 1947, ISO officially came into existence with 67 technical committees (groups of
experts focusing on a specific subject).
18. Where is Keetham Bird Sanctuary located?

1) Rajasthan
2) Assam
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) West Bengal
5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
About Uttar Pradesh (UP):
Airport– Kushinagar International Airport, Gorakhpur airport, Agra Airport (Pandit Deen Dayal
Upadhyaya Airport)
Heritage site – Agra fort (1983) , Taj Mahal (1983), Fatehpur Sikri (1986)
Bird Sanctuary– Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Sur Sarovar (Keetham) Bird Sanctuary
19. Which of the following was the 1st Small Finance Bank in India?
1) Jana SFB
2) Utkarsh SFB
3) Capital SFB
4) Ujjivan SFB
5) AU SFB
Answer- 3) Capital SFB
Explanation:
Capital Small Finance Bank (erstwhile Capital Local Area Bank) is India's first small finance bank
founded in April 2016 as a microfinance lender, with its headquarters in Jalandhar, India.
20. The Drug Free India Campaign was launched by which Ministry in December 2021?
1) Ministry of Women & Child Development
2) Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
3) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
5) Ministry of AYUSH
Answer- 4) Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the third apex level meeting of the Narco Coordination Centre
(NCORD) in New Delhi & launched the Drug Free India Campaign.
i. The main focus of the meeting was charting out a plan to make India ‘drug-free’.

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21. Scheduled Commercial Banks are included under which schedule of the Reserve Bank of
India Act, 1934?
1) 5th
2) 4th
3) 2nd
4) 1st
5) 3rd
Answer- 3) 2nd
Explanation:
Scheduled Commercial Banks and Scheduled Co-operative Banks which are included in the Second
Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 are Scheduled Banks.
22. Every year National Energy Conservation Day is observed on __________.

1) 12th December
2) 14th December
3) 20th December
4) 18th December
5) 16th December
Explanation:
The National Energy Conservation Day is observed on December 14th, every year by the Bureau of
Energy Efficiency (BEE). The day focuses on making people aware of global warming and climate change
and promotes efforts towards saving energy resources.
23. When did Unity Small Finance Bank start operation?

1) 2017
2) 2020
3) 2018
4) 2021
5) 2019
Answer- 4) 2021
Explanation:
About Unity Small Finance Bank (USFB):
USFB is promoted by Centrum Financial Services with Resilient Innovation Pvt Ltd as the ‘joint
investor’.
Started operation-2021
24. How many Deputy Governors are there in the Reserve Bank of India (as of Dec’21) ?
1) Six
2) Three
3) Two
4) Five
5) Four
Answer- 5) Four

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Explanation:
About Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI):
Deputy Governors –T. Rabi Sankar, M. Rajeshwar Rao, M. D. Patra, M. K. Jain
25. What is ‘ECB’ with respect to the Reserve Bank of India?

1) Electronic Control Brochure
2) Exchange Control Board
3) Economic Corporation Board
4) Export Credit Bank
5) External Commercial Borrowing
Answer- 5) External Commercial Borrowing
Explanation:
External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs) are loans in India made by non-resident lenders in foreign
currency to Indian borrowers.
26. Who is popularly known as the ‘Moon Man of India?

1) K. Sivan
2) Mylswamy Annadurai
3) A. S. Kiran Kumar
4) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
5) Vikram Sarabhai
Answer- 2) Mylswamy Annadurai
Explanation:
Mylswamy Annadurai the famous ISRO scientist, who was known for his contribution towards India’s
Chandrayaan-1, Chandrayaan-2, Mars Orbiter Mission is known as the “Moon Man of India”.
27. “Yogakshemam Vahamyaham” is the tagline of which organization?

1) RBI
2) SEBI
3) LIC
4) IRDAI
5) NABARD
Answer- 3) LIC
Explanation:
“Yogakshemam Vahamyaham” is the tagline of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
i. “Your welfare is our responsibility” is the English translation of the tagline.
28. Which of the following Indian rivers is also known as “Salt River”?
1) Damodar River
2) Subansiri River
3) Luni River
4) Kameng River
5) Lohit River

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Answer- 3) Luni River
Explanation:
The Luni is also known as the Lavanavari or Lavanavati, which means "salt river" in Sanskrit, due to the
high salinity of its water.
29. Which is Asia's biggest brackish water lake?

1) Sambhar Salt Lake
2) Chilika lake
3) Pulicat Lake
4) Vembanad Lake
5) Wular Lake
Answer- 2) Chilika lake
Explanation:
The 1st-ever survey of the elusive fishing cat in and around Asia's biggest brackish water lake, the
Chilika lake in Odisha, started March 1, 2021.
30. Which of the following Indian states does not share a boundary with Bangladesh?
1) West Bengal
2) Manipur
3) Tripura
4) Assam
5) Meghalaya
Answer- 2) Manipur
Explanation:
Five Indian states – Assam, West Bengal, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Tripura share borders with
Bangladesh.

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Which of the following Institute has topped the 3rd edition of Atal Ranking of Institutions on
Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) 2021 & also recognized as the Most Innovative Educational
Institute in India for the 3rd consecutive year?
1) IIT Madras
2) IIT Bombay
3) IIT Delhi
4) IISc Bengaluru
5) IIT Kanpur
Answer- 1) IIT Madras
Explanation:
IIT Madras has topped the 3rd edition of ARIIA 2021 followed by IIT Bombay & IIT Delhi.
i. IIT Madras was recognized as the Most Innovative Educational Institute in India for the 3rd
consecutive year.
ii. Seven IITs are among the top 10 CFTIs. Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru (Karnataka)
ranked 6th among them.
iii. ARIIA 2021 classified participating institutions into two major categories Technical & Non-technical.
Note- ARIIA is an initiative of the Union Education Ministry to rank systematically all major higher
education Institutes in India.
2. Name the Digital Books that were recently (in Dec’21) released by Atal Innovation Mission
(AIM) of NITI Aayog?
1) The Ingenious Tinkerers
2) Innovations for You
3) Innovative thinker
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Explanation:
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of NITI Aayog released the digital books – ‘The Ingenious Tinkerers’
and the 2nd edition of ‘Innovations for You’.
i. The 2nd edition of The ‘Innovations for You’ is a compendium of innovations in Agriculture and
allied sectors.
ii. The book ‘The Ingenious Tinkerers’ is a compendium on the innovations in technology, featuring 41
innovations from Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL).
Note- The 1st edition of ‘Innovations for You’ was released in October 2021, with main focus on Health
Care.
3. Which state has renamed one of its railway stations as ‘Veerangana Laxmibai Railway Station’
in the remembrance of Rani Laxmibai?
1) Maharashtra
2) West Bengal
3) Uttar Pradesh

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4) Bihar
5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Yogi Adityanath, CM of UP has announced that the government of UP has renamed the Jhansi Railway
Station, in Jhansi, UP as “Veerangana Laxmibai Railway Station” after Rani Laxmibai, the Maharani
consort of the Maratha princely state of Jhansi.
Governor– Anandiben Patel
Capital– Lucknow
4. Where did the “Narendra Modi Marg”, a road named after Prime Minister of India, Narendra
Modi, inaugurated recently ( on Dec 21)?
1) Tripura
2) Sikkim
3) Meghalaya
4) Odisha
5) Assam
Answer- 2) Sikkim
Explanation:
Ganga Prasad, Governor of Sikkim has inaugurated the “Narendra Modi Marg”, a road named after
PM Narendra Modi while the older route is called Jawaharlal Nehru Road.
i. The Narendra Modi Marg is the 2nd road connecting the Tsomgo lake and Nathula border pass with
Gangtok, Sikkim. It about 19.52 km long alternative double-lane road at 51 Kyongnosla Gram Panchayat
Unit (GPU)
ii. The road constructed by the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has reduced the distance between
Gangtok and Tsomgo lake by 15 km.
5.In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act,
1958 ____ Ministry extended the entire State of Nagaland as a “disturbed area” for _________ months
with effect from December 30, 2021.
1) Ministry of Home Affairs; 6months
2) Ministry of Defence; 1year
3) Ministry of Home Affairs; 8months
4) Ministry of Law & Justice; 1year
5) Ministry of Defence; 6months
Answer- 1) Ministry of Home Affairs; 6months
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA),
1958 , the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) declared the entire Nagaland as a ‘disturbed area’ for six
more months. (December 30, 2021 till June 30, 2022)
i. This decision came days after the Union Government constituted a 7-member high-level committee
headed by secretary-level officer Vivek Joshi to examine the possibility of withdrawing the
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6. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the Inaugurations made (in Dec’21)
by PM Narendra Modi in Uttarakhand ?
A) PM laid the foundation stone of the Lakhwar Multipurpose Project which was pending for 46
years.
B) He also laid the foundation stone of AIIMS Rishikesh satellite centre at Udham Singh Nagar &
Jagjivan Ram Government Medical College at Pithoragarh.
C) Multiple road projects across the Uttarakhand state under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak
Yojana were also inaugurated.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
i. PM laid the foundation stone of the Lakhwar Multipurpose Project which was pending for 46 years
ii. He also laid the foundation stone of AIIMS Rishikesh satellite centre at Udham Singh Nagar &
Jagjivan Ram Government Medical College at Pithoragarh.
iii. Multiple road projects across the Uttarakhand state under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak
Yojana were also inaugurated.
Note- Prime Minister inaugurated & laid the foundation stone of 23 projects worth over Rs 17,500 crore
in Uttarakhand & the projects including irrigation, road, housing, health infrastructure, industry,
sanitation, and drinking water supply sectors.
7. Name the Company that was recently (in Dec’21) collaborated with ITC Limited to
crowdsource innovative ideas for single-use plastic (SUP) substitution & also launched ITC
Sustainability Innovation Challenge?
1) Capital Group
2) Tata Capital
3) Invest India
4) Reliance Mutual Fund
5) Larsen & Toubro Mutual Fund
Answer- 3) Invest India
Explanation:
ITC Limited has collaborated with Invest India to crowdsource innovative ideas for single-use plastic
(SUP) substitution & automate waste segregation.
i. Under this partnership, ITC Paperboards & Specialty Papers Division (PSPD) has launched the ITC
Sustainability Innovation Challenge, which will support innovative start-up ideas on sustainable
packaging and smart waste management solutions.
ii. Theme for challenges: Sustainable Solution.

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8. In December 2021, which country became the 4th new member of the New Development
Bank?
1) Maldives
2) Malaysia
3) Egypt
4) Indonesia
5) Sri Lanka
Answer- 3) Egypt
Explanation:
Egypt joined as the 4th new member of the New Development Bank (NDB) that was established by
BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South-Africa) in 2015.
About Egypt:
President – Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi
Capital – Cairo
Currency – Egyptian Pound (EGP)
9. Which of the following organizations released the report (in Dec’21) called ‘Women and girls
left behind: Glaring gaps in pandemic responses‘ which highlights that Women are less likely to
receive COVID-19 relief from the government?
1) Women for Women International
2) Womankind Worldwide
3) UN Women
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 1 & 3
Answer- 3) UN Women
Explanation:
In accordance with the report by United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of
Women aka UN Women titled ‘Women and girls left behind: Glaring gaps in pandemic responses‘,
women were significantly less likely to report receiving pandemic-related cash relief from governments
or non-profits.
i. It has been prepared in partnership with national statistical offices, governmental entities,
international partners or private sector.
ii. This was calculated using data from the UNDP-UN Women Gender Response Tracker.
BANKING AND FINANCE
10. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the 24th Financial Stability Report
2021 released by Reserve Bank of India (in Dec’21)?
A) Scheduled Commercial Banks’s GNPA were increased from 6.9 percent in September 2021 to
8.1 percent of total assets by September 2022.
B) The Public Sector Banks’s GNPA ratio is 8.8 percent in September 2021 will deteriorate to 10.5
percent by September 2022.
C) The CRAR of Scheduled Commercial Banks was increased to a new peak of 16.6 percent.
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2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Scheduled Commercial Banks’s Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) were increased from 6.9 percent
in September 2021 to 8.1 percent of total assets by September 2022.
i. The Public Sector Banks’s GNPA ratio is 8.8 percent in September 2021 will deteriorate to 10.5
percent by September 2022.
ii. The Capital to risk-weighted assets ratio (CRAR) of Scheduled Commercial Banks was increased
to a new peak of 16.6 percent.
11. In December 2021, RBI extended the deadline for Know Your Customer (KYC) updation in
bank accounts till __________.
1) 1st February, 2022
2) 1st September, 2022
3) 31st March, 2022
4) 30st July, 2022
5) 1st April, 2022
Answer- 3) 31st March, 2022
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the deadline for periodic Know Your Customer (KYC)
updation in bank accounts till March 31, 2022, from the previous deadline of December 31, 2021, due
to the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 in India.
i. The deadline was extended so that no restriction can be placed on bank accounts related to cash
deposits, withdrawals etc. due to non-compliance with KYC requirements.
KYC requirements:
KYC is a process under which banks gather their customers’ information while opening an account
including Permanent Account Number (PAN), address proof such as Aadhaar, passport etc., latest
photograph and other details as requested by the bank.
12. Which Bank recently (in Dec’21) signed a MoU with Schwing Stetter India to Offer Customized
Financial Solutions?
1) YES Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) ICICI Bank
4) Federal Bank
5) Axis Bank
Explanation:
The Federal Bank signed a MoU with Schwing Stetter (India) Ltd to offer customized financial
solutions to their customers.
i. The MoU was signed by Harsh Dugar, Group President and Country Head, Wholesale Banking, Federal
Bank, and V G Sakthi Kumar Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India Pvt Ltd.

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About Federal Bank:
MD & CEO – Shyam Srinivasan
13. In December 2021, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)
announced that Insurance intermediaries can maintain _________ in Banks for reinsurance
business & requirements.
1) Current Account
2) Saving Accounts
3) Fixed deposit account
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 1) Current Account
Explanation:
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) announced that insurance
intermediaries and their entities can maintain current accounts in various banks to meet regulatory
requirements and reinsurance business.
Note – IRDAI circular has stated that the insurance intermediaries are maintaining multiple current
accounts with banks at different operational levels (branch offices, corporate offices, etc), for regulatory
and other purposes.
14. Who was recently (in Dec’21) replaced Dr Pankaj Sharma as India's Ambassador to the UN
Conference on Disarmament in Geneva?
1) Sripriya Ranganathan
2) Arun Singh
3) Taranjit Singh Sandhu
4) Pankaj Sharma
5) Anupam Ray
Answer- 5) Anupam Ray
Explanation:
Senior diplomat Dr Anupam Ray has been appointed as India’s next permanent representative (PR) or
Ambassador to the UN Conference on Disarmament (CD) in Geneva, Switzerland. He is currently serving
as the joint secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
Dr Anupam Ray replaces Dr Pankaj Sharma, while in December 2021 Dr Pankaj Sharma has been
appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Mexico.
SPORTS
15. Ross Taylor recently (in Dec’21) announced his Retirement from International Cricket after 2
Test Series in March 2022. Ross Taylor belongs to which country?
1) Netherland
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3) New Zealand
4) Australia
5) Bangladesh
Answer- 3) New Zealand
Explanation:
Senior cricket player of New Zealand, Ross Taylor announces to retire from international cricket after
playing in the Two-Test series against Bangladesh and his last ODIs against Australia and the
Netherlands in March 2022.
i. Ross Taylor was the World’s 1st player to play 100 international matches in all 3 formats of cricket &
he was also former captain of the New Zealand national team.
ii. He also holds the record of most catches by a New Zealand cricketer 346 catches & scored most
hundreds (40) for New Zealand.
iii. He is one of the only four New Zealand cricketers to play 100 test matches, after Daniel Vettori ,
Stephen Fleming , and Brendon McCullum.
STATE NEWS
16. Who was recently (in Dec’21) appointed as the ‘New Chief Secretary’ of Uttar Pradesh by the
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet?
1) Amir Subhani
2) S.S. Sandhu
3) Durga Shankar Mishra
4) Manoj Joshi
5) Rajendra Kumar Tiwari
Answer- 3) Durga Shankar Mishra
Explanation:
The Housing & Urban Affairs Secretary of India, Durga Shankar Mishra got approval from the
Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet to take charge
as the new Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh.
i. He will succeed Rajendra Kumar Tiwari, the present Chief Secretary of UP, who is due to retire in
February 2023.
Note- The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions announced Manoj Joshi to be the New
Housing and Urban Affairs Secretary upon superannuation of Durga Shankar Mishra.
17. In December 2021, __________ became the 1st Indian state to launch the ‘Life Certificate system’
for pensioners.
1) Odisha
2) Karnataka
3) Uttarakhand
4) West Bengal
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 1) Odisha
Explanation:
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the Digital Life Certificate system for pensioners
virtually while attending the orientation programme for newly recruited 153 officers of Odisha Civil
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i. Odisha is the first state in the country to implement such a digital service for pensioners.
ii. CM also launched E-Diary, under which all information contained in the government diary can be
readily and conveniently accessed by citizens using their mobile phones.
Note – The introduction of digital life certificates and E-dairy were part of Odisha’s 5T and ‘Mo Sarkar’
initiatives.
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18. Who is the Union Minister (as of Dec’21) of the Ministry of Education?
2) Piyush Goyal
3) Bhupender Yadav
4) Giriraj Singh
5) Dharmendra Pradhan
Answer- 5) Dharmendra Pradhan
Explanation:
About Ministry of Education (MoE):
Union Minister– Dharmendra Pradhan (Rajya Sabha- Madhya Pradesh)
Ministers of State (MoS)– Annpurna Devi (Kodarma- Jharkhand); Subhas Sarkar (Bankura- West
Bengal); Rajkumar Ranjan Singh (Inner Manipur- Manipur)
19. Where was Bhitarkanika Mangroves located ?

1) Telangana
2) Andhra Pradesh
3) West Bengal
4) Odisha
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 4) Odisha
Explanation:
About Odisha:
Governor – Ganeshi Lal
Dance – Ranapa Dance, Jodi Sankha Dance, Chaiti Ghoda Dance
Ramsar Sites – Bhitarkanika Mangroves, Chilika Lake
20. Who was appointed as the US Special Coordinator for Tibet in December 2021?
1) Navtej Sarna
2) Nirupama Rao
3) Uzra Zeya
4) Meera Shankar
5) Arun Singh
Answer- 3) Uzra Zeya
Explanation:
Uzra Zeya appointed as the US Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues.
i. Currently, She is an Under Secretary for civilian Security, Democracy & Human Rights.

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ii. Special Coordinator Zeya will coordinate U.S. government policies, programs, and projects concerning
Tibetan issues, consistent with the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002, as amended by the Tibetan Policy and
Support Act of 2020.
21. Which of the following points are correct with respect to the New Development Bank?
A) It was established in 2000 by South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
B) NDB aims to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in
BRICS countries
C) Currently, there are a total of 9 members of the New Development Bank.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) Only B & C
Explanation:
It was established in 2015 by BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South-Africa) Countries.
i. NDB aims to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in BRICS
countries
ii. Currently, there are a total of 9 members of the New Development Bank.
ii. Members are Brazil, Russia, India, China, South-Africa, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Uruguay & Egypt.
About National Development Bank (NDB):
President – Marcos Prado Troyjo
Headquarters – Shanghai, China
22. Where is Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Sports stadium located?

1) West Bengal
2) Bihar
3) Maharashtra
4) Uttar Pradesh
5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Governor– Anandiben Patel
Capital– Lucknow
Stadium– Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium; Pandit Madan Mohan
Malviya Sports stadium
23. Who is the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (as of Dec’21) of Indian Bank?
1) Mallikarjuna Rao
2) Atanu Kumar Das
3) Sanjeev Chadha
4) Debadatta Chand

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5) Shanti lal jain
Answer- 5) Shanti lal jain
Explanation:
In September 2021, Shanti lal jain assumed charge as managing director and chief executive officer of
indian bank
i. Previously, he served as executive director of bank of baroda since september 2018.
About Indian Bank:
Established- 1907
Headquarters – Chennai
MD & CEO – Shanti Lal Jain
Tagline – Your Own Bank
24. When was the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Establishment?

1) 1935
2) 1960
3) 1955
4) 1978
5) 1945
Answer- 1) 1935
Explanation:
About Reserve Bank of India(RBI):
Establishment – 1st April 1935
Deputy Governors – Mahesh Kumar Jain, Michael Debabrata Patra, M. Rajeshwar Rao, T. Rabi Sankar
25. In December 2021, Simone Biles was named Time Magazine’s 2021 Athlete of the year. He
belongs to which field of sports?
1) Badminton
2) Cycle Race
3) Gymnastics
4) Chess
5) Boxing
Answer- 3) Gymnastics
Explanation:
Simone Biles was named Time magazine's 2021 Athlete of the Year.
i. She was a four-time Olympic medalist, and was hailed for putting her mental health first when she
withdrew from four event finals at the Tokyo Olympics.
ii. Simone Arianne Biles is an American artistic gymnast. With a combined total of 32 Olympic and
World Championship medals.
26. Which of the following banks is called India’s 1st truly Swadeshi Bank?
1) Indian Bank
3) Bank of Baroda

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Explanation:
Central Bank of India is known as the 1st swadeshi bank in India. It was established in 1911.
27. In which state is the Changu Lake located?

1) Sikkim
2) Nagaland
3) Tripura
4) Assam
5) Mizoram
Answer- 1) Sikkim
Explanation:
Tsomgo Lake, also known as Changu Lake, is a glacial lake in the East Sikkim district of the Indian state
of Sikkim.
28. In December 2021, Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption was over after three months of daily
explosions & Earthquakes. In which country Cumbre Vieja volcano is located?
1) Botswana
2) Spain
3) Egypt
4) Italy
5) Indonesia
Answer- 2) Spain
Explanation:
The Cumbre Vieja is an active volcanic ridge on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain.
Note- Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption was over after three months of daily explosions & Earthquakes.
29. Which of the following ‘does NOT’ have Geographical Indication GI tag Status?
1) Apatani Textile
2) Manipuri Black Rice
3) Dindigul Locks
4) Mizo Puanchei
5) Kaji Nemu
Answer- 1) Apatani Textile
Explanation:
Apatani Textile does not have GI status.
The GI tag of India is governed by Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act,
1999.
i. It is issued by the Geographical Indications Registry (Chennai).
30. Who is the Chief Executive Officer (as of Dec’21) of Intel?

1) Vishal Sikka
2) Eric Schmidt
3) Jack Dorsey
4) Patrick Gelsinger

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5) John Sculley
Answer- 4) Patrick Gelsinger
Explanation:
Patrick Gelsinger is chief executive officer of Intel Corporation and serves on its board of directors.
Note- Intel is planning to set up its semiconductor manufacturing unit in India.



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