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1. What does ‘S’ stand for in ‘SWIFT’ financial messaging service?

[A] Secure
[B] Society
[C] Simple
[D] Service
Answer: Society
The SWIFT system stands for the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication. It is the
world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services. Recently, the US and European Union
(EU) have decided to cut off a number of Russian banks from the SWIFT platform. The assets of
Russia’s central bank are also expected to be frozen, to restrict Russia’s ability to access its overseas
reserves.
2. ‘Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)’ is an initiative of which country?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] China
[D] Japan
Answer: USA
Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) created by the United States in 2004, offers large grants to
support economic growth. Recently, Nepal’s Parliament has approved a USD 500m US grant, in spite of
several street protests and opposition in the country. Nepal signed the US government’s MCC pact in
2017 to fund infrastructure projects. But its ratification was not made due to divisions within political
parties.
3. Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar, who was seen in the news, was associated with which field?
[A] Sports
[B] Politics
[C] Literature
[D] Music
Answer: Literature
Marathi Bhasha Diwas or Marathi Day is celebrated on February 27 every year on the birth anniversary of
eminent Marathi poet Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar. He was also called as ‘Kusumagraj’. His works
including the Vishakha (1942) inspired people into the Indian freedom movement. He was the recipient
of several State awards, and National awards including the Sahitya Akademi Award for Natsamrat,
Padma Bhushan (1991) and Jnanpith Award.
4. Which Union Ministry implements the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
(MGNREGS)?
[A] Ministry of Labour and Employment
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[D] Ministry of Law and Justice
Answer: Ministry of Rural Development
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) is the flagship scheme of
Ministry of Rural Development. From the next financial year, the Centre will not give funds for MGNREGS
to states that do not appoint ombudspersons in 80 per cent of their districts where the scheme has been
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applied. States are mandated to appoint Ombudsperson for each district to receive grievances and pass
awards.
5. Which Tennis player won the Mexican Open Title 2022?
[A] Novak Djokovic
[B] Rafael Nadal
[C] Roger Federer
[D] Daniel Medvedev
Answer: Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal defeated Cameron Norris 6-4, 6-4 to win the Mexican Open 2022. He also extended his
best-ever start of his career at 15-0 as he won his 91st ATP title. Nadal won his third title in 2022,
including the Australian Open for his record 21st Grand Slam singles title. At present, he is three
victories from tying Ivan Lendl’s total of 94 for third place for most championships in Open Era. Jimmy
Connors (109) and Roger Federer (103) are at first 2 places.
6. Which is the largest exported items among all fresh fruit category from India?
[A] Fresh Grapes
[B] Guava
[C] Fresh Mangoes
[D] Betel Leaves & Nuts
Answer: Fresh Grapes
India’s export of fresh fruits has witnessed considerable growth during 2020-21. India's major exporting
destinations of fresh fruits during 2020-21 were Bangladesh (USD126.6 million), Netherland (USD
117.56 million), UAE (USD 100.68 million). Fresh Grapes is the largest exported items among all fresh
food category. During 2020-21, the export value of Fresh Grapes was USD 314 million. The export of
guavas from India sees a growth of 260% since 2013.
7. Hemananda Biswal was the first tribal chief minister of which state?
[A] Haryana
[B] Jharkhand
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Odisha
Answer: Odisha
Odisha’s first tribal Chief minister as well as last Congress Chief minister of the state, Hemananda
Biswal passed away. In 1995, he was made deputy chief minister by JB Patnaik. He was elected to the
Odisha assembly in 1974 from Laikera constituency. He was also elected to assembly as MLA six times
from the same seat. In 2009 he was elected as an MP from Sundargarh.
8. What is the name of the initiative launched by India to bring back Indians stranded in Ukraine?
[A] Operation Ganga
[B] Operation Kiev
[C] Operation Moscow
[D] Operation Bharat
Answer: Operation Ganga
Operation Ganga is the name of the initiative launched by the Government of India to bring back Indians
stranded in Ukraine. So far, India has brought back more than 1,000 of its nationals from the country. It
has also set up 24×7 control centres to assist in the evacuation of Indians through the border crossing
points with Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic.
9. Which institution released a report on Climate Change that is dubbed as “atlas of human suffering”?
[A] World Economic Forum
[B] IPCC
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] WWF
Answer: IPCC
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) of the United Nations released the second part
of its Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) ‘Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability’. It
was also called an “Atlas of human suffering”, as per the UN Head. The report was compiled by 270
authors from 67 countries. As per the report, Cities which house more than half of the world’s population
— are at the highest risk from climate change.
10. Which country launched a rocket to place record 22 satellites in space?
[A] UAE
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] Russia
Answer: China
China recently launched a Long March-8 rocket to place 22 satellites in space, setting a domestic record
for the most spacecraft launched by a single rocket. These satellites will be used for commercial remote
sensing services, marine environment monitoring, forest fire prevention and disaster mitigation.
11. Which state/UT hosted India’s First Ice Wall Climbing Competition?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Ladakh
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Sikkim
Answer: Ladakh
An ice-wall climbing competition was organized by the North-West frontier Indo-Tibetan Border Police
Force in Ladakh. The competition was held in collaboration with the Ladakh Mountaineering Guide
Association (LMGA). This is the first time that an ice climbing competition was organized in India.
12. India unveiled a logo to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations with which European country?
[A] Belgium
[B] Germany
[C] France
[D] Italy
Answer: Belgium
A special logo has been unveiled to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and
Belgium. Belgium was among the first European countries to have bilateral relations with India. The logo
is a peacock with national flags of both the nationals. The Belgian Royal family has led the economic
delegations to India.
13. Madhabi Puri Buch has been appointed as the first woman chairperson of which regulatory body?
[A] SEBI
[B] NABARD
[C] PFRDA
[D] IRDAI
Answer: SEBI
The Government has appointed Madhabi Puri Buch as the new chairperson of market regulator -
Securities and Exchange Board of India. She is the first woman chairperson of SEBI. Ms Madhabi Puri
Buch, the former head of ICICI Securities, replaces Ajay Tyagi. Mr Tyagi, a 1984 batch IAS officer, was
appointed as SEBI Chairperson in 2017.
14. As per the 2nd advanced estimates of National Income, what is the real GDP Growth of India in 2021-22?
[A] 5.6 per cent
[B] 7.1 per cent
[C] 8.9 per cent
[D] 10.5 per cent
Answer: 8.9 per cent
The National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has
released the Second Advance Estimates (SAE) of National Income, 2021-22 as well as Quarterly
Estimates of GDP for the quarter October-December (Q3) of 2021-22 The growth in GDP during 2021-22
is estimated at 8.9 percent as compared to a contraction of 6.6 percent in 2020-21.
15. The ‘Yilan’ Crater, the largest impact crater on Earth, has been discovered in which country?
[A] Russia
[B] China
[C] Australia
[D] Japan
Answer: China
A crescent-shaped crater in Northeast China named the ‘Yilan’ Crater holds the record as the largest
impact crater on Earth that formed in the last 100,000 years. Before 2020, the only other impact crater
ever discovered in China was found in Xiuyan, Liaoning, as per a statement from the NASA Earth
Observatory. The Yilan crater measures about 1.85 kilometers across and likely formed about 46,000 to
53,000 years ago, based on radiocarbon dating.
16. ‘National Level Awareness Programme – Sambhav’ is an initiative of which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
[D] Ministry of Labour and Employment
Answer: Ministry of MSME
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is celebrating its ‘Iconic week’ under ‘Azadi ka Amrit
Mahosav’ from 28.02.2022 to 06.03.2022. Ministry of MSME will launch Phase II of its ‘National Level
Awareness Programme – Sambhav’, through which more than one lakh students from 1300 colleges all
across the country will be motivated to take up entrepreneurship. Phase I of the scheme was launched in
2021.
17. “Business Blasters Investment Summit and Expo” is an initiative of which state/UT Government
[A] Telangana
[B] New Delhi
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: New Delhi
The Delhi government has announced investment summit and expo, in which over 100 business ideas by
student entrepreneurs will be showcased. The “Business Blasters Investment Summit and Expo”, will
give an opportunity to students to present their projects to investors and obtain capital to take them to
the next level.
18. Which department/institution releases the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI)?
[A] National Statistical Office (NSO)
[B] Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] ASSOCHAM
Answer: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
The Office of Economic Adviser, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade releases Index
of Eight Core Industries (ICI). The combined Index of Eight Core Industries stood at 144.4 in January
2022, at an increase of 3.7 per cent from that of January 2021. The production of Coal, Natural Gas,
Refinery Products, Steel, Cement and Electricity industries increased in January 2022, the other two
being Crude Oil and Fertilizers.
19. “Ungalil Oruvan” (One Among You) is the autobiography of the Chief Minister of which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Odisha
[D] Telangana
Answer: Tamil Nadu
“Ungalil Oruvan” (One Among You) is the autobiography of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin. It was
recently released by Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi. The event was attended by National Conference
leader Omar Abdullah, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Bihar Opposition leader Tejashwi
Yadav.
20. What is the theme of the Janaushadhi Diwas 2022?
[A] Jan Aushadhi-Jan Upyogi
[B] Atmanirbhar and Affordable Aushadhi
[C] Awareness of ‘Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana’
[D] Leaving No one Behind
Answer: Jan Aushadhi-Jan Upyogi
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), under the aegis of Department of
Pharmaceuticals is set to celebrate the Jan Aushadhi Diwas Week, with the main event on March 7. The
theme of 4th Janaushadhi Diwas is “Jan Aushadhi-Jan Upyogi”. PM Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana
ensures easy reach of affordable medicine to the people in every district. The Government has set a
target to increase the number of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) to 10,500 by
the end of March 2025.
21. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘iDEX’ platform?
[B] Ministry of Tourism
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Law and Justice
Answer: Ministry of Defence
Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), was launched by the Union Minister of Defence in 2018. It
provides a unified platform for various stakeholders in the defence and aerospace sector. iDEX has
launched Defence India Startup Challenges (DISC) and Open Challenges (OC). iDEX is set to showcase
its startups and award its winner during its flagship event Manthan in the upcoming DefExpo 2022.
22. What is the name of India’s first of the four stealth guided missile destroyers under Project 15B?
[A] INS Kochi
[B] INS Vishakhapatnam
[C] INS Veera
[D] INS Kattabomman
Answer: INS Vishakhapatnam
Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Jagan Mohan Reddy dedicated the destroyer INS Vishakhapatnam. It
has been named after the City of Destiny. This is India’s first of the four stealth guided missile
destroyers under Project 15B. It has been designed in-house by the Indian Navy’s Directorate of Naval
Design. It has 75 percent indigenous content and was constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
Limited, Mumbai.
23. The Barents Sea, which was seen in the news recently, is located along the coasts of which two
countries?
[A] Russia-Ukraine
[B] Russia-Norway
[C] Russia-Poland
[D] Russia-Belarus
Answer: Russia-Norway
The Barents Sea is a marginal sea of the Arctic Ocean, located along the northern coasts of Norway and
Russia. It is also called as the Murman Sea in Russia. Russian nuclear submarines sailed off for drills in
the Barents Sea and mobile missile launchers were seen among snow forests in Siberia after President
Vladimir Putin ordered his country’s nuclear forces put on high alert over tensions with the West amidst
the invasion of Ukraine.
24. Ukraine shares border with how many European Union Member states?
[A] One
[B] Two
[C] Three
[D] Four
Answer: Four
Ukraine shares borders with four European Union (EU) member states namely Hungary, Poland, Slovakia
(West) and Romania (South). It shares border with Russia to the east and north-east. Ukraine also
shares borders with Belarus to the north; and Moldova to the south. The European Parliament, after a
debate in which the President of Ukraine addressed and received applause, recommended that Ukraine
be made an official candidate for EU membership.
25. ‘Remove laws that harm; Create laws that empower’ is the theme of which day celebrated on March 1?
[A] Zero Discrimination Day
[B] World AIDS Day
[C] World Equality Day
[D] World Social Justice Day
Answer: Zero Discrimination Day
Every year, the Zero Discrimination Day is observed on March 1, to celebrate the right of everyone to live
a full and productive life with dignity. This year, the theme of ‘Zero Discrimination Day’ is “Remove laws
that harm, create laws that empower”. This year, UNAIDS is highlighting the urgent need to take action
against discriminatory laws prevalent across the world.
26. ‘C-17 Globemaster’ is the aircraft of which country’s Naval Force?
[A] India
[B] China
[C] Russia
[D] Ukraine
Answer: India
C-17 Globemaster of the Indian Navy took off for Romania to bring back Indians under Operation Ganga.
The flights under the operation have also been increased. Three more Indian Air Force aircraft are
scheduled to visit Poland, Hungary and Romania. Four Ministers are deployed by the Government of
India as ‘special envoys’ to oversee the evacuation process of Indian nationals in Ukraine’s neighbouring
countries.
27. A new species of Orchids ‘Maxillaria anacatalinaportillae’ have been discovered from which South
American country?
[A] Peru
[B] Chile
[C] Ecuador
[D] Brazil
Answer: Ecuador
Scientists have described a new species of the Neotropical orchid genus Maxillaria from northern
Ecuador. Named Maxillaria anacatalinaportillae, it grows as an epiphyte in cloud rainforests at altitude
of 1,700 m above sea level. According to the IUCN Red List criteria, the species should be classified as
‘Critically Endangered’, as per the Scientists.
28. According to the 1936 Montreux Convention, which country has control over both the Bosporus and
Dardanelles straits?
[A] Ukraine
[B] Turkey
[C] Poland
[D] Hungary
Answer: Turkey
According to the 1936 Montreux Convention, Turkey has control over both the Bosporus and Dardanelles
straits. These straits, also known as the Turkish Straits connect the Aegean Sea and the Black Sea via
the Sea of Marmara. It is the only passage through which the Black Sea ports can access the
Mediterranean Sea. Turkey is set to implement the convention, which would allow them to limit the
movement of Russian warships between the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea.
29. Which state is the host of ‘National conclave on ‘Social Enterprises for Garbage Free Cities’?
[A] Bihar
[B] Chhattisgarh
[C] Odisha
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Chhattisgarh
Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, under the aegis of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
(MoHUA), organised a National conclave on ‘Social Enterprises for Garbage Free Cities: Encouraging
Women Entrepreneurs in Waste management’. The conclave was organised in collaboration with the
Chhattisgarh Government in Raipur.
30. Which institution released the ‘State of India’s Environment Report 2022’?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Centre for Science and Environment
[C] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
[D] UNDP
Answer: Centre for Science and Environment
Bhupender Yadav, Union minister of environment, forests and climate change, released Centre for
Science and Environment –Down To Earth’s Annual State of India’s Environment Report 2022. This was
released at the Anil Agarwal Dialogue organised by Delhi-based non-profit Centre for Science and
Environment (CSE). As per the report, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are below the national average in 11 and
14 SDGs, respectively. Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Himachal Pradesh fared best in SDGs.
31. Which is the venue of the 2022 ISSF World Cup?
[A] Cairo
[B] Paris
[C] Budapest
[D] Moscow
Answer: Cairo
This year's first ISSF World Cup is being held in the city of Cairo, Egypt. Indian shooting ace Saurabh
Chaudhary won the gold medal in the men's 10m air pistol event. Another Indian player Esha Singh
bagged the second medal for the country after she won a silver in the women's 10m air pistol event.
32. ‘How Indians View Gender Roles in Families and Society’ is a report released by which institution?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] UNICEF
[C] Pratham Foundation
[D] Pew Research Center
Answer: Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center, a Washington DC-based non-profit released a report titled ‘How Indians View
Gender Roles in Families and Society’, based on a survey of 29,999 Indian adults. As per the report, while
55% of Indians believed that men and women make equally good political leaders, nine-in-ten Indians
agree with the view that a wife must always obey her husband. 34% said that child care should be
handled primarily by women. 43% believed that earning an income is the obligation of men.
33. Which institution released the draft framework on sustainable and sustainability-linked lending?
[A] RBI
[B] IFSCA
[C] SEBI
[D] NABFID
Answer: IFSCA
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) invited public comments on the draft
framework on sustainable and sustainability-linked lending by financial institutions in IFSCs. The draft
guidance seeks to provide a broad framework for the adoption of principles aligned with the existing
international standards. It also says that the units will have at least 10 per cent of their loan assets in
the form of lending to green facilities from 2023.
34. Which institution adopted the resolution titled ‘Aggression Against Ukraine’?
[A] UNSC
[B] UNGA
[C] UNICEF
[D] UNESCO
Answer: UNGA
The 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the resolution titled ‘Aggression Against Ukraine’, with
support of 141 nations voting in favour and five against. Nearly 100 UN Member States co-sponsored
the resolution including Afghanistan, Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United
States. The resolution required a 2/3 majority and it demanded that Russia immediately cease its use of
force against Ukraine and refrain from any further unlawful threat or use of force against any UN
member state.
35. Which type of munitions creates an oxygen-eating fireball followed by a shockwave?
[A] Cluster munitions
[B] Thermobaric munitions
[C] Oxygen Munitions
[D] Shockwave Munitions
Answer: Thermobaric munitions
Thermobaric munitions are also known as ‘Fuel-air explosive devices’ or ‘Vacuum bombs’. They create
an oxygen-eating fireball followed by a shockwave and are far more powerful than most other
conventional weapon. Unlike Cluster ammunition, they are not explicitly prohibited for use against
military targets. They are generally deployed as rockets or bombs, and they work by releasing fuel and
explosive charges.
36. ‘Museum of Freedom’ and ‘Odessa Fine Arts Museum’ are the famous sites of which country?
[A] China
[B] Ukraine
[C] Afghanistan
[D] Russia
Answer: Ukraine
The aggressive Russian attack on Ukraine puts at risk several works of art, cultural artefacts, and
monuments. It includes the ‘Museum of Freedom’ and ‘Odessa Fine Arts Museum’. Ukraine also has
seven world heritage sites, including St Sophia Cathedral, Kyiv, and Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, or Kyiv
Monastery of the Caves, an Orthodox Christian monastery founded in 1051.
37. The ‘Sagar Praikrama’ Program was inaugurated at which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Gujarat
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: Gujarat
Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Parshottam Rupala inaugurated the ‘Sagar
Parikrama’ in Gujarat. It is organised along with National Fisheries Development Board, Department of
Fisheries, Gujarat, Indian Coast Guard, Fishery Survey of India, Gujarat Maritime Board and fishermen
representatives. It aims to understand the problems of Coastal Fisher folk.
38. ‘Swachh Survekshan (SS)’ is an initiative of which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Rural Development

[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[C] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
[D] Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) launched the field assessment for seventh consecutive
edition of Swachh Survekshan (SS). It is claimed to be the world’s largest urban cleanliness survey,
Swachh Survekshan (SS), was launched on 1st March 2022 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
(MoHUA). The survey would capture the initiatives of cities for the overall well-being of frontline
sanitation workers.
39. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) approved the formation of Village Defence Groups (VDGs) in which
state/UT?
[A] Jammu and Kashmir
[B] Bihar
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Punjab
Answer: Jammu and Kashmir
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) approved the formation of Village Defence Groups (VDGs) in Jammu
and Kashmir. The members of the Village Defence Groups will be designated as Village Defence Guards.
In 1990s, 4,125 Village defence committees (VDCs) existed in Jammu and Kashmir. This new initiative is
seen as a process of rejuvenating VDCs. They assist the forces in counter-terrorism operations and help
in maintaining peace.
40. Which is the headquarters of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)?
[A] Geneva
[B] Nairobi
[C] Paris
[D] New York
Answer: Nairobi
The United Nations Environment Programme coordinates responses to environmental issues within the
UN system. It was formed after the UN Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm in June
1972. UNEP is headquartered at Nairobi, Kenya. The UNEP is set to commemorate the 50th anniversary
of its creation in a special two-day session of the UN Environment Assembly.
41. Which platform / institution launched the “Sabka Vikas MahaQuiz”?
[A] Facebook
[B] Twitter
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] MyGov
Answer: MyGov
MyGov, which is the Government of India’s citizen engagement platform has launched “Sabka Vikas
MahaQuiz” series commencing from 1st March 2022. This quiz would continue for the entire year and
comprise 14 episodes. This initiative aims to build awareness amongst citizens about good governance,
various government schemes and initiatives.
42. How many sub schemes are under the umbrella scheme of “Relief and Rehabilitation of Migrants and
Repatriates”?
[A] 3
[B] 4
[C] 7
[D] 10
Answer: 7
The Government of India has approved for continuation of seven sub-schemes under the umbrella
scheme called “Relief and Rehabilitation of Migrants and Repatriates”. These schemes are approved to
continue from 2021-22 to 2025-26 with a financial outlay of Rs 1,452 crore. These schemes aim to
provide reasonable income to migrants and repatriates who have suffered on account of displacement.
43. Archaeological site named Xiamabei, which was in the news recently, is located in which country?
[A] Japan
[B] Vietnam
[C] Sumatra
[D] China
Answer: China
Archeologists from China have discovered remnants of an Old Stone Age culture at a site named
Xiamabei which is less than 100 miles from Beijing. At the site, it is discovered that ancient hominins
used a reddish pigment called ochre and crafted tiny blade-like tools from stone. It is believed that these
remains are more than 40,000 years old.
44. ‘Theyyam’ or ‘Kaliyattam’ is a ritual dance performed in which state/UT?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Kerala
‘Theyyam’ or ‘Kaliyattam’ is a 800-year-old ritual dance performed in the state of Kerala. It exhibits folk
dances and art thereby displaying the ancient tribal cultures Various types of theyyams are performed
during the course of the festival. Ritual dance Agni Kandakarnan Theyyam has begun at the Kaliyattam
festival in Kannur, Kerala.
45. What is the objective of the ‘Jan Aushadhi Bal Mitra programme’?
[A] Educate Children on PMBJP
[B] Provide subsidised medicines to children
[C] Provide subsidised medicines to pregnant women
[D] Promote Investment in PMBJP
Answer: Educate Children on PMBJP
On the occasion of Jan Aushadhi Diwas week celebrations, Jan Aushadhi Bal Mitra programme has been
conducted across the country at 75 locations. It aims to engage children as ‘Bal Mitras’ with Jan
Aushadhi scheme to educate them about the benefits of the PM Bharatiya Jan Aushadi Pariyojana.
46. Which Union Ministry has constituted ‘Swadesh Darshan Awards’?
[A] Ministry of External Affairs
[B] Ministry of Tourism
[C] Ministry of Culture
[D] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Tourism
Ministry of Tourism has constituted Swadesh Darshan Awards, to acknowledge the efforts of states/
UTs. Under ‘Swadesh Darshan’ scheme, tourism related infrastructure has been developed at more than
500 tourist destinations. The Ministry has sanctioned 76 projects in 31 States / UTs of India for more
than Rs.5500 Crore.
47. ‘Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant’, which was seen in the news recently, is located in which country?
[A] Russia
[B] Ukraine
[C] Afghanistan
[D] Belarus
Answer: Ukraine
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is a major electricity supplier in Ukraine. The plant generates 40-42
billion kWh which accounts for one fifth of the average annual electricity production in Ukraine. Recently,
Ukraine has claimed that Russian military has seized the plant and started shelling. It is also the largest
nuclear power plant in Europe.
48. As per a recent report, what is the contribution of YouTube creator system to Indian GDP in 2020?
[A] Rs 1700 Crores
[B] Rs 3400 Crores
[C] Rs 6800 Crores
[D] Rs 8500 Crores
Answer: Rs 6800 Crores
As per a new report by independent consulting firm Oxford Economics, YouTube’s creator ecosystem
contributed Rs 6,800 crore to the Indian GDP. YouTube supported 683,900 full-time equivalent jobs in
India in 2020. It also said that the number of channels on YouTube in India with over 100,000
subscribers at 40,000.The creator’s presence on the platform can help them explore multiple revenue
streams through brand partnerships, live performance and more.
49. Which North-Eastern state has recently withdrawn consent to the CBI to investigate cases in the state?
[A] Assam
[B] Meghalaya
[C] Nagaland
[D] Sikkim
Answer: Meghalaya
Meghalaya has recently withdrawn consent to the CBI to investigate cases in the state, becoming the
ninth state in the country to have taken this step. CBI will not be able to investigate cases in the state
without the state government’s permission. Mizoram was the first state to withdraw consent in 2015.
The other states that have withdrawn consent are Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, West Bengal,
Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Kerala
50. Which country launched ‘Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter’ (LRO)?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] Japan
[D] UAE
Answer: USA
The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) is a NASA robotic spacecraft orbiting the Moon in an eccentric
polar mapping orbit. NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is set to capture the surface of the Moon,
which is to be smacked by a rocket booster at around 6,000 mph. The up-close view of the smoldering
crater is expected to shed some light on the mysterious physics of planetary impacts.
51. Which state/UT launched the ‘Award for College Lecturers’ scheme?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Punjab
[C] Odisha
[D] West Bengal
Answer: New Delhi
The Delhi government launched the ‘Award for College Lecturers’ scheme to acknowledge the
contribution of lecturers. They are selected on the basis of student feedback, improvement in results,
research work, extra-curricular activities and other areas of academics. Recently, the Delhi government
honoured 17 lecturers for their outstanding work in colleges and state universities.
52. Hollongi, which was seen in the news, is a city located in which state/UT?
[A] Meghalaya
[B] Arunachal Pradesh
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Odisha
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
Airports Authority of India has undertaken the work of constructing a Greenfield Airport in Hollongi, in
the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is located at 15 kms from the state's capital city of Itanagar. The
Greenfield Airport will be constructed with an estimated amount of Rs 645 crores and will be operational
from 15 August 2022.
53. "Braj Holi Mahotsav" is hosted by the tourism department of which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Haryana
[D] Rajasthan
Answer: Rajasthan
The Tourism Department of Rajasthan is set to host the three-day Holi festival "Braj Holi Mahotsav" from
March 12 to 14 in the state. The celebration events would be held in Bharatpur, Deeg and Kaman cities.
The celebration is aimed to entertain tourists of all ages with the colours, local sports, traditional dance
and music.
54. Which organization has released the “Wings Report 2022”?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] UNESCO
[C] Save The Children
[D] Infosys
Answer: Save The Children
“Wings” (The World of India’s Girls) is a report published by “Save The Children” organization every four
years. According to the recently released report, only 33% of girls in India attended online classes during
lockdown, while two thirds struggled to get access to health and nutrition services.
55. Under the Jharkhand Food Security Scheme, each family member is entitled to receive 1 kg of pulses at
what price?
[A] Re.1
[B] Rs.2
[C] Rs.5
[D] Rs.10
Answer: Re.1
The Government of Jharkhand declared that, under the state’s Food Security Scheme, each family
member would be entitled to receive 1 kg of pulses at Re one per month. The cost of distribution will be
borne by the state. A sum of Rs.2,552.58 crore has been allocated for this scheme for FY 2022-23.
56. Where is the headquarters of International Telecommunication Union located?
[A] Washington
[B] Geneva
[C] Paris
[D] Nairobi
Answer: Geneva
International Telecommunication Union is a specialized agency of the United Nations for information
and communication technologies, and is head quartered at Geneva. India has recently signed the Host
Country Agreement (HCA) with International Telecommunication Union for the establishment of an Area
Office & Innovation Centre of ITU. The office would be established in New Delhi.
57. “NariShakti Conversation” was organized by the Women and Child Development Ministry in association
with which organization?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
[C] Pratham Foundation
[D] UNICEF YuWaah
Answer: UNICEF YuWaah
The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in association with UNICEF has organized
“NariShakti Varta/ conversation” during the ministry’s ‘Iconic Week’ celebrating the International
Women’s Day under the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’. The discussion was on STEM (Science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics) and Financial Literacy for Young Women.
58. What is the name of India’s indigenous ‘Automatic Train Protection System’?
[A] Shakti
[B] Kavach
[C] Veera
[D] Brahma
Answer: Kavach
Kavach is the indigenously developed ‘Automatic Train Protection System’, which was recently tested on
South Central Railway. As per the Union Budget, the system is scheduled for complete rollout on 2,000
km in 2022-23. It is India’s own automatic protection system in development since 2012, under the name
Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), which got renamed to Kavach.
59. Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal
(TDSAT)?
[A] Justice Ranjan Gogoi
[B] Justice Sadasivam
[C] Justice D N Patel
[D] Justice K Chandru
Answer: Justice D N Patel

The Government of India has appointed Delhi High Court Chief Justice D N Patel as the chairperson of
the Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal. The Telecom Disputes Settlement and
Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) was set up to adjudicate disputes among telecom operators and consumers.
The tribunal consists of a Chairperson who should be or should have been a Judge of the Supreme Court
or the Chief Justice of a High Court.
60. Which state has announced for increase in MLA-LAD fund to Rs 2 crore?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Himachal Pradesh
The Government of Himachal Pradesh, in its Budget for 2022-23 has announced to increase the Member
of Legislative Assembly Local Area Development (MLALAD) fund from Rs 1.80 crore to Rs 2 crore. Also,
the state Government has proposed to increase the discretionary grant for MLAs from Rs 10 lakh to Rs
12 lakh for FY 2022-23.
61. Which cricketer has the highest wicket haul (800) in Test matches?
[A] Muthiah Muralitharan
[B] Shane Warne
[C] James Anderson
[D] Anil Kumble
Answer: Muthiah Muralitharan
Sri Lankan spinner Muthiah Muralitharan has the record of the bowler who took highest wickets in Test
cricket, at 800. Australia spinner Shane Warne is at the second place with 708 wickets in 145 Tests. The
legendary spinner Shane Warne passed away aged 52 of a suspected heart attack. His career spanned
over 15 years from 1992 to 2007.
62. As per a recent report, what is the cumulative solar installed capacity in India, as on December 2021?
[A] 5 Giga watt
[B] 10 Giga watt
[C] 19 Giga watt
[D] 49 Giga watt
Answer: 49 Giga watt
Mercom India Research recently released a report titled 'Annual 2021 India Solar Market Update'. As per
the report, India installed a record 10 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity during 2021, registering a year-on-
year rise of 212 per cent. The country made 3.2 GW of solar capacity installations during 2020.
Cumulative solar installed capacity in India was approximately 49 GW at the end of December 2021.
63. Which Indian state announced a 'Camel Protection and Development Policy'?
[A] Punjab
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Gujarat
[D] Bihar
Answer: Rajasthan
Rajasthan state government has announced a 'Camel Protection and Development Policy' in its budget
2022-23. The Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot proposed a budget of Rs 10 crore in the next financial year
under the new policy for rearing, protection, and overall development of the state animal. The policy has
been announced amidst the declining numbers of the animal.
64. Which Indian city created a new Guinness world record of 'largest display of oil lamps'?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Ujjain
[C] Mathura
[D] Dwarka
Answer: Ujjain
The city Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh, also known as the 'Land of Mahakal,' created a new Guinness world
record of 'largest display of oil lamps'. The event named 'Shiv Jyoti Arpanam,' was hosted by the state
government's culture department and executed by the city administration. It included lighting more than
11.71 lakh lamps on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
65. Which institution released ‘Draft Guidelines for Transforming Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) into
Multidisciplinary Institutions’?
[A] AICTE
[B] UGC
[C] NCERT
[D] NAAC
Answer: UGC
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has formulated ‘Draft Guidelines for Transforming Higher
Education Institutions (HEIs) into Multidisciplinary Institutions’. It has been released in line with the
National Education Policy, 2020, which seeks at least one large multidisciplinary higher education
institute in or near every district by 2030.
66. India has recently entered into talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) with which country?
[A] Brazil
[B] Canada
[C] Argentina
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Canada
India is set to begin talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) with Canada. Commerce Minister Piyush
Goyal and his Canadian counterpart Mary Ng are set to meet in New Delhi to begin talks for a free trade
agreement (FTA). India is looking for an early harvest or an interim trade deal before progressing with a
full pact.
67. What is the name of India’s first indigenous flying trainer?
[A] AGNI-NG
[B] HANSA-NG
[C] BHIM- NG
[D] BHARAT-NG
Answer: HANSA-NG
India’s first indigenous flying trainer Hansa New Generation HANSA-NG has successfully completed the
sea level trials at Puducherry. It is a mandatory prelude to it being evaluated by the Directorate General
of Civil Aviation (DGCA). HANSA-NG is one of India’s most advanced flying trainers, which has been
designed and developed by CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories.
68. The ‘Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)’ functions under which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs

[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Home Affairs
The Central Industrial Security Force is one of the Central Armed Police Forces in India. It provides
security cover to over 300 industrial units, government infrastructure projects and establishments
located across the country, including civil airports. CISF was founded in 1969 and it celebrated its 53rd
raising day recently. It functions under the Union Home Ministry.
69. What is India’s rank in the global production of wheat?
[A] First
[B] Second
[C] Third
[D] Fifth
Answer: Second
India is the world's second biggest producer of Wheat, only after China. India is set to export a record 7
million tonnes of wheat this financial year. The rally in global prices gives an opportunity to gain market
share, as per the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. By the end of February,
India had exported 6.6 million tonnes of wheat.
70. ‘NIESBUD’ is an autonomous organisation under which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
[B] Ministry of Education
[C] Ministry of Rural Development
[D] Ministry of Defence
Answer: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD) is an autonomous
organisation under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The Union Ministry
of Rural Development (MoRD) and the National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Development (NIESBUD) have signed a memorandum understanding (MoU) to develop a sustainable
model for promoting entrepreneurship at the grass roots by initiating the 'start-up village
entrepreneurship programme' (SVEP).
71. Which is the first company to launch a Health insurance for Pet Dogs and 'Emergency Pet Minding'
cover?
[A] HDFC Standard Life Insurance
[B] Max Life Insurance
[C] Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
[D] Future Generali India Insurance
Answer: Future Generali India Insurance
Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited (FGII) announced the launch of FG Dog Health Cover, a
comprehensive health insurance for pet dogs. It also launched the industry-first 'Emergency Pet Minding'
cover. This cover will protect pet parents against the cost of their dogs' surgery and hospitalisation,
terminal illness, mortality, and funeral expenses.
72. ‘Jharokha’, which was in the news recently, is a celebration related to which field?
[A] Art and Culture
[B] Literature
[C] AYUSH
[D] Science and Technology
Answer: Art and Culture
Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Textiles are jointly organizing “Jharokha-Compendium of Indian
handicraft/ handloom, art and culture”. Jharokha is a celebration of the traditional Indian handicrafts,
handlooms, and art & culture. It is scheduled to be held across the country at 16 locations in 13 states
and UTs. The first event under this celebration is being organized in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
73. ‘Karewas’ are fertile alluvial soil deposits found in which state/UT?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] West Bengal
[C] Jammu and Kashmir
[D] Bihar
The highly fertile alluvial soil deposits of the Kashmir Valley are called ‘Karewas’. The plateaus are
13,000-18,000 metre-thick deposits of alluvial soil and sediments like sandstone and mudstone. These
are the ideal places for cultivation of saffron, almonds, apples and several other cash crops. It was seen
in the news, as Karewas are being destroyed in the name of development.
74. What is the objective of ‘SAMARTH’ initiative launched by the MSME Ministry?
[A] Women Entrepreneurship
[B] Value Addition
[C] Support for Marketing
[D] Portal for GST
Answer: Women Entrepreneurship
The Union MSME Ministry recently launched SAMARTH — a special entrepreneurship promotion drive for
women. Under SAMARTH, 20 per cent seats in free skill development programmes, organised under skill
development schemes of the Ministry, will be allocated for aspiring and existing women entrepreneurs.
75. Who are the beneficiaries of ‘Kanya Shiksha Pravesh Utsav’ campaign?
[A] Primary School Girls
[B] Adolescent Girls
[C] Self Help Group Members
[D] Trans-gender People
Answer: Adolescent Girls
The Ministry of Women and Child Development, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and
UNICEF, launched ‘Kanya Shiksha Pravesh Utsav’ campaign. It aims to reintegrate out-of-school
adolescent girls in India into the formal education and skilling system. The campaign will be
implemented as part of the MoWCD’s BetiBachaoBetiPadhao (BBBP) scheme.
76. Which state recently passed bills for postponement of local body elections, until reservation in restored?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Kerala
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Telangana
Answer: Maharashtra
The Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council of Maharashtra unanimously passed two bills, which
would enable postponement of local body elections in Maharashtra till Other Backward Classes (OBC)
reservation is restored. As per these bills, the State Election Commission (SEC) will decide the poll
schedule for local and civic body elections in consultation with the state government. These bills have
been framed on the lines of a Madhya Pradesh law.
77. Which city hosted the “Dialogue Towards Clean Air” Session of Environment Ministry?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Gurugram
[C] Pune
[D] Gandhi Nagar
Answer: Gurugram
Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the National Capital Region (NCR) and the Union
Environment Ministry commenced a two-day interactive session in Gurugram, titled “Dialogue Towards
Clean Air”. It aims to find solutions to the problem of air pollution with the help of technologies and
involving stakeholders. The dialogue included discussions on the National Mission for Clean Air
(NMCA).
78. What is the theme of the ‘International Women’s Day 2022?
[A] Stop the Bias
[B] Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow
[C] Break Gender Stereotypes
[D] She, He and We
Answer: Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow
Every year, March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day across the world to promote women’s
rights. It also seeks to honour their achievements across the political, economic, social and cultural
spheres. The theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is, “Gender equality today for a sustainable
tomorrow.”
79. Which country is the host of ‘International Election Visitors Programme (IEVP)’?
[A] United States
[B] India
[C] Brazil
[D] Japan
Answer: India
India has been hosting the International Election Visitors Programme (IEVP) since 2012 elections.
During the program, International delegates are invited to visit the Polling stations and see the electoral
processes in practice in person. In the latest edition, over 150 Delegates from nearly 32 countries across
the world and 4 international organizations participated in the event.
80. Which country has partnered with Indonesia to address plastic pollution in the Indo-Pacific?
[A] USA
[B] India
[C] Australia
[D] Canada
Answer: Australia
Australia's national science agency and the federal government have established the Plastics Innovation
Hub Indonesia. The partnership aims to address plastic pollution in the Indo-Pacific, with the funding of
USD 950,745. The hub will bring researchers, investors and the private and public sectors, to work on
solutions to plastic waste in Indonesian waterways.

81. ‘Stonehenge’ is a prehistoric monument, located in which country?
[A] USA
[B] Greece
[C] England
[D] Japan
Answer: England
‘Stonehenge’ is a prehistoric monument located on the Salisbury Plains in England. It consists of an
outer ring of vertical sarsen standing stones, each around 13 feet high. Stonehenge is believed to 3000
BC to 2000 BC old. Recently, a study claims that Stonehenge was designed as Solar Calendar. Each of
the 30 stones in the sarsen circle represents a day within a month, which is divided into three weeks
each of 10 days.
82. ‘Manas National Park’ is situated in which state/UT?
[A] Assam
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Rajasthan
Answer: Assam
Assam’s Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve has recorded a sharp rise in the population of tigers
and rhinos, recently. The tiger population in the national park is expected to be more than 60 from 48 as
per the 2021 census. The tiger population was recorded 10 in 2010 and it had increased to 30 in 2020.
83. India signed MoU with which countries to implement the ‘BBIN’ Motor Vehicles Agreement?
[A] Bhutan-Nepal
[B] Bangladesh-Nepal
[C] Bhutan-Cambodia-Nepal
[D] Bangladesh-Myanmar-Nepal
Answer: Bangladesh-Nepal
India, Bangladesh and Nepal finalised an enabling Memorandum of understanding (MoU) for
implementing the Bangladesh-Bhutan-India-Nepal (BBIN) Motor Vehicles Agreement (MVA). Bhutan
participated in the meeting as an observer. The MoU was finalised “pending ratification of the MVA by
Bhutan”. BBIN aims to boost the regional trade and connectivity.
84. What is “PARAM Ganga”, which was seen in the news recently?
[A] Covid Vaccine
[B] Ganga Rejuvenation Scheme
[C] Super-computer
[D] Crypto-currency
Answer: Super-computer
The National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) has deployed “PARAM Ganga", a supercomputer at IIT
Roorkee, with a supercomputing capacity of 1.66 Petaflops. NSM is driven jointly by Ministry of
Electronics & Information Technology (MeiTY) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and
implemented by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and Indian Institute of Science
(IISc), Bangalore.
85. Which Indian state launched ‘Kaushalya Matritva Yojana’?
[A] Odisha
[B] Chhattisgarh
[C] Gujarat
[D] Rajasthan
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel launched the ‘Kaushalya Matritva Yojana’. Under this
scheme, financial assistance of Rs 5000 will be given to women on the birth of second girl child. He also
released ‘Kanya Vivah Yojana’ Coffee Table Book and Sakhi One Stop Center Telephone Directory. The
Chief Minister visited the stalls set up as part of the four-day-long state-level ‘Mahila Madai’.
86. ‘Smart Event Tracking System (SETS)’ is the in-house software of which Ministry/Agency?
[A] Ministry of Railways
[B] Ministry of Science and Technology
[C] ISRO
[D] DRDO
Answer: Ministry of Railways
Smart Event Tracking System (SETS) is the in-house software of Ministry of Railways. It is a new tool on
Google Maps-based planning and analysis, which has been deployed to tackle the problem of cattle
getting run over by trains. The software is made functional in Agra Division and will be adopted by other
divisions in the future. The Prayagraj-based North Central Railway saw over 6,500 of the 26,000 cases of
cattle run over that were recorded in 2020-21. This zone also hosts parts of the Delhi-Howrah and Delhi-
Mumbai corridors.
87. ‘Temporary Protection Directive (TPD)’ is associated with which country/association?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] European Union
[D] NATO
Answer: European Union
European Union (EU) Member States decided to activate the European Union’s Council Directive called
Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), for people displaced from Ukraine because of the war. The
European Commission describes “temporary protection” as a “measure to provide immediate and
temporary protection to displaced persons from non-EU countries and those unable to return to their
country of origin”.
88. India’s first ‘Women-owned Industrial Park’ is located in which city?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] New Delhi
Answer: Hyderabad
India’s first ‘Women-owned Industrial Park’ has begun operations with 25 Green Projects in Hyderabad.
The ‘FLO Industrial Park’ is promoted by FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO) in partnership with the
Telangana government. The 25 women-owned and operated units represent 16 Green Category
Industries at the Park. FLO has also brought in 250 crores of investment for the Industrial Park.
89. 'Dharma Guardian’ is a Defence Exercise conducted between the Armed Forces of which countries?
[A] India-Sri Lanka
[B] India- France
[C] India-Japan
[D] India-Oman
Answer: India-Japan
‘Dharma Guardian 2022’ is an annual military training exercise being conducted in India since 2018
between Indian and Japanese Army. This year, the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian 2022’ was
held at Belagavi, Karnataka. The annual military exercise between Indian and Japanese Army
commenced on February 27 continued till March 10.
90. ‘No Smoking Day’ is observed in which month every year?
[A] February
[B] March
[C] April
[D] May
Answer: March
Every year on the second Wednesday of March, No Smoking Day is observed across the world. It falls on
March 9 this year. The aim of No Smoking Day is to raise public awareness about the dangers and
consequences of smoking, as well as to assist smokers in quitting. “Quitting smoking doesn't have to be
stressful” is this year's theme of ‘No Smoking Day’.
91. Which Indian institution has partnered with Snap Inc, to provide training on Augmented Reality (AR)?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Press Trust of India
[C] National Book Trust
[D] Anthropological Survey of India
Answer: NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission has partnered with camera firm Snap Inc, which owns social media
platform Snapchat, to drive Augmented Reality (AR) skilling among youth. Snap Inc is expected to train
over 12,000 teachers affiliated with the Atal Tinkering Labs on Augmented Reality, over a two-year
timeframe. Snap will conduct special workshops to introduce young women in India to AR as part of its
‘Lensathon’.
92. Which state government recently instituted the 'Sushma Swaraj Award' for honouring achievements of
women?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Haryana
[C] New Delhi
[D] Assam
Answer: Haryana
The Haryana government recently presented a Rs 1.77-lakh-crore Budget for the financial year 2022-23.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar also announced the 'Sushma Swaraj Award' for women,
which aims to honour their significant contribution or achievements in different fields in national and
international spheres
93. Which organisation released a report titled ‘Care at work’?
[A] World Bank
[B] World Economic Forum
[C] International Labour Organisation
[D] NITI Aayog
Answer: International Labour Organisation

International Labour Organisation (ILO) has recently released a report "Care at work: Investing in care
leave and services for a more gender-equal world of work". As per the report, three in ten women of
reproductive age (649 million women) have inadequate maternity protection. Making more investments
in care services and policies could create almost 300 million jobs by 2035.
94. Which country’s President recently signed an executive order on Government oversight of Crypto-
currency?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] UAE
Answer: USA
US President Joe Biden has signed an executive order on government oversight of crypto-currency that
insists on the Federal Reserve to explore whether the central bank should create its own digital currency.
The order requires the government to assess the risks and benefits of creating a Central Bank Digital
Currency.
95. Which country successfully launched military satellite ‘Noor 2’, into the orbit?
[A] UAE
[B] Iran
[C] Israel
[D] Oman
Answer: Iran
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has successfully launched its second military satellite,
the Noor 2, into orbit. It is orbiting at an altitude of 500 kilometres. The three-stage Qased, or
‘Messenger’ carrier launched Noor 2. The first military satellite- Noor, or "light" in Persian, was launched
in April 2020.
96. Which Union Ministry launched the "Donate-a-Pension" initiative?
[A] Ministry of Finance
[B] Ministry of Labour and Employment
[C] Ministry of MSME
[D] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer: Ministry of Labour and Employment
Minister for Labour and Employment Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the Iconic week celebrations of the
Ministry. He also announced "Donate-a-Pension" initiative under Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan
(PM-SYM) pension scheme. Under the initiative, Indian citizens can donate the premium contribution of
their immediate support staff such as domestic workers, drivers, helpers, care-givers, nurses, in their
household or company. The Minister also announced integration of e-SHRAM with National Career
Services (NCS) portal.
97. ‘Matrushakti Udyamita Scheme’ has been recently announced by which Indian state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Haryana
[D] Chhattisgarh
Answer: Haryana
The Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar presented a Rs 1.77-lakh-crore Budget for the financial
year 2022-23. He announced the Haryana ‘Matrushakti Udyamita Scheme’ to provide support to women
for becoming entrepreneurs. He also announced 'Sushma Swaraj Award' for women with an award
money of Rs 5 lakh.
98. Which city is the host of ‘Sahityotsav’ Literature festival?
[A] Jaipur
[B] New Delhi
[C] Pune
[D] Kolkata
Answer: New Delhi
Sahityotsav, the literature festival of Sahitya Akademi recently commenced at New Delhi. The Festival of
Letters 2022 is being celebrated to commemorate 75th anniversary of India’s Independence. It
comprised of various events including “The Rise of Young India” event, “Panel Discussion on Publishing
in Indian Languages”, “Tribal Writers’ Meet”, National seminar on “Impact of Literature on Indian
Independence Movement” and “Purvottari: North Eastern & Northern Writers’ Meet”.
99. ‘Vigil’ is the new name of the upcoming Space weather mission of which space agency?
[A] NASA
[B] ESA
[C] ISRO
[D] CNSA
Answer: ESA
European Space Agency’s (ESA) upcoming space weather mission has been renamed as ESA Vigil. It
was earlier known as “Lagrange”. The mission aims to protect Earth’s infrastructure, satellites,
inhabitants and space explorers from unpredictable solar events like solar flares and ‘coronal mass
ejections’.
100. Which institution organised the ‘Krishi Vigyan Mela 2022’?
[A] CSIR
[B] ICAR
[C] TNAU
[D] NITI Aayog
Answer: ICAR
The Krishi Vigyan Mela 2022 has been organized by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR).
About 12000 farmers from all over the country participated in the fair. The main theme of the fair is
“Self-reliant farmer with technical knowledge”. More than 1100 quintals of Pusa seeds were purchased
by the farmers during the fair.
101. Gundla Pochampally Railway Station, declared ‘All Women Employees Railway Station’, is in which
state?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Telangana
[C] Karnataka
[D] Odisha
Answer: Telangana
The Gundla Pochampally railway station, one of the suburban stations in the Secunderabad-Medchal
section in Telangana, was declared an ‘All Women Employees Railway Station’. It has only female staff
to handle the day-to-day activities, including train operations, technicians, ticketing, security and other
relevant duties by South Central Railway (SCR). With this addition, the Zone will have five such Railway
stations.
102. What is the name of the new scheme launched as a consolidation of MSME Incubation, Design and IPR
schemes?
[A] MSME Champions Scheme
[B] MSME Innovative Scheme
[C] MSME Plus Scheme
[D] MSME Pro Scheme
Answer: MSME Innovative Scheme
Union Minister for MSME Narayan Rane launched the MSME Innovative Scheme (Incubation, Design and
IPR), as the combination of existing sub-schemes around incubation, design, and intellectual property
rights (IPR) for MSMEs. This will act as a hub for innovation activities facilitating development of ideas
into viable business proposition which benefits society. The Minister also launched the MSME Idea
Hackathon 2022.
103. Xenotransplantation, which was seen in the news recently, is associated with which field?
[A] Crypto-currency
[B] Organ Transplantation
[C] Semi-conductor Manufacturing
[D] Climate Change
Answer: Organ Transplantation
Xenotransplantation is defined as the transplantation into a human recipient of either (a) live cells,
tissues or organs from a nonhuman animal source, or (b) human body fluids, cells, tissues or organs
that have had ex-vivo (outside) contact with live nonhuman animal cells, tissues or organs. Two months
after the landmark surgery, where a patient whose failing heart had been replaced with the heart of a
genetically altered pig, died recently.
104. Which product is Russia’s biggest contribution to global trade?
[A] Defence Equipment
[B] Crude Petroleum
[C] Refined Petroleum
[D] Steel
Answer: Crude Petroleum
Russia’s biggest contribution to global trade is Energy especially Crude Petroleum (USD 123 billion). It is
followed by Refined Petroleum and Gas. Recently, Russia announced an export ban for more than 200
products after it was hit by sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine. Russia still remains a key energy
supplier to European Union countries
105. Which Union Ministry implements the “Strengthening of Pharmaceutical Industry (SPI)" scheme?
[A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[B] Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Heavy Industries
Answer: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers implements the “Strengthening of
Pharmaceutical Industry (SPI)" scheme. The Department has released guidelines for the scheme
“Strengthening of Pharmaceutical Industry (SPI)", with a total financial outlay of Rs.500 Cr for the period
from FY 21-22 to FY 25-26. The objectives of the scheme are to strengthen the existing infrastructure
facilities in Pharma Sector.
106. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA)?
[A] Ajay Bhushan Pandey
[B] Nandan Nilekani
[C] Azim Premji
[D] Kris Gopalakrishnan
Answer: Ajay Bhushan Pandey
The Government has appointed former Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey as Chairman of the
National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has
been appointed for a period of three years. He retired as Revenue Secretary in February last year.
107. What is the name of the first indigenous drug to treat COVID-19 being developed in India?
[A] Coronil
[B] Vincov-19
[C] Bharatcov-19
[D] Covidpro
Answer: Vincov-19
The first indigenous drug to treat COVID-19 ‘Vincov-19’ is a collaborative effort of CSIR-Centre for
Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB), University of Hyderabad (UoH) and Telangana-based VINS
Bioproducts. The drug is set to be made available to the public soon with the completion of clinical
trials. The SARS-CoV-2 virus is inactivated and injected into horses. The anti-bodies generated through
the blood serum is synthesised to be turned into a drug.
108. ‘Bayraktar TB2’, which was seen in the news recently, is a combat drone manufactured by which
country?
[A] Russia
[B] Ukraine
[C] Turkey
[D] Israel
Answer: Turkey
‘Bayraktar TB2’, which was seen in the news recently, is a combat drone manufactured by Turkey. During
Russia’s war on Ukraine, video footage has circulated showing the Turkish combat drone Bayraktar TB2
striking the Russian army. Since 2019, Ukraine has bought dozens of drones from Turkey. Both countries
signed an agreement for the production of the TB2 within Ukrainian borders.
109. India accidentally fired a Missile into which neighbouring country, due to technical malfunction?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Pakistan
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Pakistan
India accidentally fired a Missile into Pakistan, due to technical malfunction. A high-level court of inquiry
has been ordered into the incident. As per Pakistan, the missile flew more than 100 km inside their
airspace, at an altitude of 40,000 feet, before it landed. As there was no warhead on the missile, it did
not detonate.
110. ‘Grameena Habba’ is an annual marketing event organised by which institution?

[A] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[B] NABARD
[C] Tribes India
[D] SIDBI
Answer: NABARD
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has recently conducted its annual
marketing event ‘Grameena Habba’ in Malleswaram, Bengaluru. It is a platform for Rural artisans,
weavers, farmers and tribes across India ato sell agricultural, handicraft and handloom products in
Bengaluru.
111. When is the ‘International Day of Mathematics’ celebrated?
[A] March 11
[B] March 12
[C] March 14
[D] March 15
Answer: March 14
March 14 is celebrated as ‘International Day of Mathematics’ across the world. It a project led by the
International Mathematical Union with the support of international and regional organizations. It is also
celebrated in many countries as Pi Day because that date is written as 3/14 in some countries and the
mathematical constant Pi is approximately 3.14.
112. Which Indian state has recently inaugurated its first ‘Drone School’?
[A] Haryana
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Goa
Answer: Madhya Pradesh
Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh
Chouhan inaugurated the first drone school in Gwalior. Madhya Pradesh was also the first state in the
country to organise a Drone Fair in Gwalior in December 2021.
113. ‘Khel Mahakumbh’ is a Sports Event held in which Indian state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 11th edition of Khel Mahakumbh in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
The event started with 16 sports and 13 lakh participants in 2010, and was later increased to 36 general
sports and 26 para sports in the year 2019. Due to COVID-19, the Khel Mahakumbh was not organised in
2020.
114. ‘Halari’ is a breed of Donkey, native to which Indian state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Punjab
[D] Bihar
Answer: Gujarat
‘Halari’ is a breed of Donkeys native to the Saurashtra region of Gujarat. The population of the breed is
fast declining in the country. Union Minister Parsottam Rupala will preside over a meeting of Maldharis
(or traditional herdsmen) for the conservation of Halari donkeys. An animal fair with the best of Halari
donkeys, goats of Kahmi and Bhagri breeds, will also be organised.
115. “Bahini” is a new scheme announced by which Indian state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Sikkim
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Sikkim
Sikkim government is set to announce “Bahini” scheme in its annual Budget. It aims to install vending
machines to provide free sanitary pads in all its 210 secondary and senior secondary government
schools. The main objective is to curb dropout of girls from schools and raise awareness about
menstrual hygiene among children.
116. Which state/UT launched an online portal ‘My EV’ for the purchase and registration of electric autos?
[A] Telangana
[B] Gujarat
[C] Rajasthan
[D] New Delhi
Answer: New Delhi
The Delhi Government launched an online portal ‘My EV’ for the purchase and registration of electric
autos. The Government will also provide five per cent interest subvention on the purchase of e-autos on
loans under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy. Delhi has now become the first state to provide such a
facility.
117. Which state/UT launched ‘Digital School Health Platform’, with the assistance of Axis Bank?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Bihar
[C] Goa
[D] Puducherry
Answer: Puducherry
Puducherry Government recently launched ‘Digital School Health Platform’, to digitise the health records
of around 2. 4 lakh students. The software has been developed with the assistance of Axis Bank. Under
the initiative, the nutrition level of students can be checked to find if they are anaemic and early
intervention could be done accordingly.
118. Which Indian state/UT exported its first ever consignment of GI-tagged carpets to Germany?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Uttarakhand
The first ever consignment of GI-tagged carpets of Jammu and Kashmir were exported to Germany from
New Delhi. The Jammu and Kashmir government has started a Geographical Indication (GI) registry for
the Kashmiri carpet with a quick response (QR) code. It will certify genuineness of hand-knotted carpets
with information on manufacturer, weaver, raw material used.
119. Bhumika Shrestha, who won the ‘International Women of Courage Award, 2022’ is from which country?
[A] India
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Nepal
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Nepal
Nepal's Transgender rights activist Bhumika Shrestha has been selected for US Department of States'
prestigious International Women of Courage Award, 2022. The award has been announced for her
dedication to improving the lives of the LGBTQI+ community. Last year, another Nepali activist Muskan
Khatun won the award for her work against acid attacks.
120. ‘Dandi March’ or ‘Salt Satyagraha’ was organised in which year?
[A] 1922
[B] 1930
[C] 1936
[D] 1942
Answer: 1930
Dandi March or ‘Salt Satyagraha’ was organised by Mahatma Gandhi from his Sabarmati Ashram in
Gujarat’s Ahmadabad to the village of Dandi in the coastal area of the state. It was a 24-day long march
from March 12 to April 6, 1930. Recently, the 92nd anniversary of Dandi March was observed across the
country. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also flagged off 'Dandi Cycle Yatra' on the occasion in
Ahmedabad.
121. ‘ULPIN’, which was seen in the news, is a unique identification number related to which field?
[A] Taxation
[B] Land Resources
[C] MSME
[D] Drone Registration
Answer: Land Resources
The Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) was recently launched for Assam. It was
conceptualized under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme of Department of Land
Resources. Under the initiative, a 14-digit alpha numeric geo-spatial unique identification number is
issued. It is seen as ‘Bhu-AADHAR’ for every land parcel of the State. The State aims to integrate all
processes around land records database, under the Mission Basundhara.
122. Which Indian city released a ‘Climate Action Plan’ and laid down 30-year Roadmap to tackle challenges
of Climate Change?
[A] Chennai
[B] Mumbai
[C] New Delhi
[D] Kolkata
Answer: Mumbai
The Mumbai Climate Action Plan (MCAP) released recently has laid down a 30-year roadmap for the city
to tackle the challenges of climate change. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) prepared the
plan with technical support from the World Resources Institute (WRI), India and the C40 Cities network.
The action plan has set short, medium and long-term climate goals aimed towards zero emission of
greenhouse gas or a net-zero target for 2050.
123. A Iron-Age Stone known as ‘Menhir’ of white colour, has been unearthed in which Indian state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Telangana
[C] Gujarat
[D] Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Telangana
A huge white stone from the Iron Age, known as ‘Menhir’, was spotted on the roadside at Ellarigudem, a
hamlet of Mahaboobabad district, Telangana. It was noticed during his survey of archaeological and
heritage remains under ‘Preserve Heritage for Posterity’ programme. As per archaeologists, the menhir
belongs to the Iron Age (3,500 years old) erected in memory of a dead person.
124. ‘Meri Policy Mere Haath’ campaign was launched under which flagship scheme?
[A] PM KISAN
[B] PM Fasal Bima Yojana
[C] Per Drop More Crop
[D] Agriculture Infrastructure Fund
Answer: PM Fasal Bima Yojana
'Meri Policy Mere Haath’ programme has been launched under the Pradhan Mantri Raita Suraksha Fasal
Bima Yojana. It is a door-step drive to deliver Crop Insurance. The State Government in Karnataka had
been implementing the Crop Insurance scheme named Karnataka Raitha Suraksha Pradhan Mantri Fasal
Bima Yojana.
125. Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Amendment) Bill was recently presented to include certain
tribes in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Tripura
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Tripura
The Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Amendment) Bill was recently presented in Lok Sabha, by
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda. The Bill seeks to amend the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes)
Order, 1950 for inclusion of certain communities in the list of Scheduled Tribes in the state of Tripura.
126. What is the theme of ‘World Consumer Rights Day 2022’?
[A] Consumer Rights First
[B] Leaving No one Behind
[C] Fair Digital Finance
[D] Sustainable Consumerism
Answer: Fair Digital Finance
World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated on March 15 globally to acknowledge the rights of consumers.
It aims to encourage awareness on consumer rights across the world. Every year, a particular theme is
followed to celebrate this day across the world. The theme for World Consumer Rights Day 2022 is “Fair
Digital Finance”.
127. Which state launched India's first ever digital water data bank ‘AQVERIUM’?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Karnataka
[C] Gujarat
[D] Assam
Answer: Karnataka
Karnataka launched India's first ever digital water data bank ‘AQVERIUM’ in Bengaluru. The water data
bank has been formed by AquaKraft Group Ventures. The Digital water data bank is a curated list of
water data from all institutions and sources. It also provides insights and evidence from research and
analytics and provides reliable information for tackling water pollution.
128. Which Indian bank has been awarded IFR Asia's Asian Bank of The Year?
[A] ICICI Bank
[B] State Bank of India
[C] Axis Bank
[D] HDFC Bank
Answer: Axis Bank
India's third-largest private sector bank, Axis Bank, has been awarded IFR Asia's Asian Bank of The Year,
to acknowledge its performance in equity and debt issuance. The bank has also won the 'Best DCM
House in India' Award at the Finance Asia's Country Awards, this year. The bank has 4,700 domestic
branches (including extension counters) and 11,060 ATMs across the country as on December 31, 2021.
129. Which Indian personality has been appointed as the Chairperson of Air India?
[A] N Chandrasekaran
[B] Nandan Nilekani
[C] Sanjiv Mehta
[D] Deepak Parekh
Answer: N Chandrasekaran
N Chandrasekaran, the Chairman of Tata Sons, has been officially appointed as the chairman of Air
India, the airline entity recently acquired by Tata group from the Indian Government. Alice Gee Varghese
Vaidyan, former CMD of General Insurance Corporation, and Sanjiv Mehta, chairman of Hindustan
Unilever, were also inducted as Independent Directors on the board.Tata Sons will soon announce a new
Air India CEO to replace Turkey's Ilker Ayci who withdrew from accepting the position.
130. Which Indian player won the silver medal in German Open 2022 tournament?
[A] P V Sindhu
[B] K Srikanth
[C] Lakhsya Sen
[D] Saina Nehwal
Answer: Lakhsya Sen
Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen met Thailand’s ace player and World No. 20 Kunlavut Vitidsarn in
the Men's Singles finals of German Open 2022. Lakshya Sen, who took medical breaks for blisters,
settled for silver after he put up a great fight against Vitidsarn. Lakshya Sen has started preparing for
the All England Open week that is coming up soon.
131. When is the ‘International Day of Action for Rivers’ observed?
[A] March 12
[B] March 14
[C] March 16
[D] March 18
Answer: March 14
The International Day of Action for Rivers is marked on 14 March every year to raise awareness about
equitable access to clean and flowing water. This year marks the 25th edition of the International Day of
Action for Rivers. The International Rivers Organisation has stated that it will mark the day this year by
celebrating “the importance of rivers to biodiversity.”
132. Which film won in the ‘Best Picture’ category at the British Academy Film Awards?
[A] Power of the Dog
[B] King Richard
[C] After Love
[D] Drive My Car
Answer: Power of the Dog
The Power of the Dog was named best picture at the British Academy Film Awards. New Zealand
filmmaker Jane Campion was named best Director for ‘The Power of the Dog’. She is the third woman to
win the prize in the awards’ seven-decade history. Will Smith and Joanna Scanlan won the Best Male
Actor and Female Actor Awards respectively. Japan’s ‘Drive My Car’ was named best film not in English.
133. Which institution released the Directions of ‘Regulatory Framework for Microfinance Loans’?
[A] NABARD
[B] RBI
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Cooperation
Answer: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has released the RBI (Regulatory Framework for Microfinance Loans)
Directions, 2022, which will be effective from April 1, 2022. Under the directions, RBI asked regulated
entities (REs) lending to the microfinance segment to ensure that loans are collateral-free and not linked
with a lien on the borrower’s deposit account. REs will also ensure repayment obligations are capped,
interest rates are not usurious, and there is no pre-payment penalty.
134. Which Union Ministry implements the ‘Credit guarantee scheme for subordinate debt (CGSSD)’?
[A] Ministry of Finance
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Answer: Ministry of MSME
‘Credit guarantee scheme for subordinate debt (CGSSD)’ is implemented by the Ministry of MSME. The
Ministry has extended the CGSSD by one more year till March 31, 2023. The Government created
‘Distressed Assets Fund- - Subordinate Debt for Stressed MSMEs’ in May 2020. CGSSD was launched to
provide credit facility through lending institutions to the promoters of stressed MSMEs. The scheme is
for SMA-2 and NPA accounts which are eligible for restructuring.
135. ‘Right to profess, practise and propagate religion’ is entitled under which article of the Indian
Constitution?
[A] Article 21
[B] Article 25
[C] Article 27
[D] Article 29
Answer: Article 25
Article 25 provides the fundamental right of ‘Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and
propagation of religion’ to all persons. The High Court of Karnataka dismissed petitions filed by a group
of Muslim girls seeking permission to wear hijab in classrooms. The government can interfere on
essential religious practices on three grounds under Article 25(1): public order, morality or health.
136. Which Global Association proposed the world’s first Carbon Tariff?
[A] European Union
[B] NATO
[C] G-20
[D] G-7
Answer: European Union
The European Union proposed the world’s first Carbon Tariff on imports of steel, cement, fertilisers,
aluminium and electricity, to protect European industry. European Union countries have recently backed
the association plan to impose a world-first carbon dioxide emissions tariff on imports of polluting
goods.
137. A Guinness World Record for ‘fastest time to travel to all metro stations in city’, was created in which
Metro network?
[A] Kochi Metro
[B] Delhi Metro
[C] Mumbai Metro
[D] Kolkata Metro
Answer: Delhi Metro
A Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) employee Prafull Singh has created Guinness World Records for
recording the fastest time to travel to all metro stations in the city. This makes him the first person in
the world to travel to all 254 stations of the city covering 348 km in just 16 hrs and 2 minutes.
138. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Technology Park (ARTPARK) launched at which institution?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IISc Bengaluru
[C] IIT Delhi
[D] BITS Pilani
Answer: IISc Bengaluru
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Technology Park (ARTPARK) has been launched at the Indian
Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru. ARTPARK has been launched with a seed money of Rs 230 crore,
out of which Rs 170 crore would be borne by the Centre and the rest by the Karnataka state government.
Its objective is channelising innovations in AI and Robotics, to use them in healthcare, education,
mobility, infrastructure, agriculture and cyber-security.
139. What is the retail inflation rate in India, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in February 2022?
[A] 4.91 %
[B] 5.50%
[C] 6.07%
[D] 6.51%
Answer: 6.07%
The retail inflation rate in India, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI)- has been recorded at
6.07% in February 2022. The figure is as per the data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO).
The retail inflation reading has breached the upper limit of the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary
Policy Committee (MPC). In January 2022, the rate rose to 6.01%.
140. Which Indian city is the host of 44th World Chess Olympiad in 2022?
[A] Hyderabad
[B] Chennai
[C] New Delhi
[D] Kolkata
Answer: Chennai
The 44th World Chess Olympiad will be organised in Chennai later this year. It is a biennial team event in
which teams from 190 countries compete. This is the second major global event of the sport to be held
in India after the World Championship match in 2013. The event was previously scheduled in Russia and
has been moved out after its invasion of Ukraine.
141. “Green Triangle” named after Mahatma Gandhi was inaugurated in which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Nepal
[C] Madagascar
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Madagascar
A “Green Triangle” named after Mahatma Gandhi was jointly inaugurated in Madagascar’s capital
Antananarivo, to commemorate India’s 75th year of independence. The ‘Greening the Area’ meets the
objective of the Urban Municipality of Antananarivo to create the maximum green space in the capital
city of Madagascar.
142. ‘Dishaank’ is a land digitisation application of which Indian state?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Karnataka
The Dishaank application is implemented by Karnataka for digitisation of all land records (under the
Bhoomi project). The mobile application has been developed under the Karnataka Geographical
Information System program of the Karnataka State Remote Sensing Applications Center (KSRSAC).
This is expected to bring in transparency and reduce land-related disputes.
143. Which country recently passed ‘Sunshine Protection Act’ making daylight saving time (DST)
permanent?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] Brazil
[D] Canada
Answer: USA
The United States Senate unanimously passed a law making daylight saving time (DST) permanent. It
has scrapped the biannual practice of putting clocks forward and back coinciding with the arrival and
departure of winter. After it is signed into a law, the practice of turning clocks back by an hour to
standard time every November will stop and DST (which starts in March) will be in effect all year round.
144. Which country has been hit by Red-Orange Dust Storms from the Sahara?
[A] Italy
[B] UK
[C] Spain
[D] Ukraine
Answer: Spain
A massive Saharan dust cloud turned the skies red-orange across Spain. After the dust filled parts of
Spain, a warning of extremely bad air quality was issued for Madrid. Spain’s weather service described
the dust storm as "extraordinary and very intense". It also predicted that the dust storm will continue
through on the day to come.
145. Which Indian state implements the ‘Jyothi Sanjeevini Scheme’?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Telangana
[D] Odisha
Answer: Karnataka
Karnataka Government implements the ‘Jyothi Sanjeevini Scheme’. It is a cashless scheme meant for
serious diseases/illnesses extended to serving Government employees and their family members. Chief
Minister Basavaraj Bommai recently assured the Legislative Council that the Government would review if
State Government pensioners could be brought under the Jyothi Sanjeevini scheme.
146. Which country tops the list in South Asia in terms of women on board of listed companies?
[A] India
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] Maldives
Answer: Bangladesh
As per a study conducted by International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE),
Bangladesh tops the list in South Asia in terms of women on board of listed companies. There was an
increase in the percentage of women who are independent directors on listed companies from 5 percent
in 2020 to six percent.
147. When is the ‘World Sleep Day’ observed every year?
[A] March 12
[B] March 14
[C] March 16
[D] March 18
Answer: March 18
World Sleep Day is observed on the Friday before the March equinox every year to highlight the
importance of quality sleep on body and mind. This year, the World Sleep Day falls on March 18. ‘Quality
Sleep, Sound Mind, Happy World’ is the theme for World Sleep Day this year. World Sleep Day is
organised by the World Sleep Society and was first observed in 2008.
148. Which bank has announced to set up an Innovation, Incubation and Acceleration Centre (IIAC) at
Hyderabad?
[A] HDFC Bank
[B] State Bank of India
[C] Punjab National Bank
[D] Axis Bank

Answer: State Bank of India
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced to up an Innovation, Incubation and Acceleration Centre
(IIAC) at Hyderabad. The Hyderabad-based centre will build the bank’s in-house capability to improve
bank’s current performance and drive higher growth through innovation. IIAC will act as a central body to
govern and drive fin-tech partnerships.
149. Which is the first Railway station to implement “One Station One Product” concept, with its Etikoppaka
Toys?
[A] Mysuru
[B] Vishakhapatnam
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Kochi
Answer: Vishakhapatnam
The Vishakapatnam station is be the first station in the East Coast Railway to implement the “One
Station One Product” concept. The concept has been announced in the recent budget. Etikoppaka toys
and handicraft products from the village will be showcased and sold at the Vishakapatnam station, on a
pilot basis for a period of 15 days.
150. ‘Dol Utsav’ is predominantly celebrated in which Indian state?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Haryana
[C] West Bengal
[D] Rajasthan
Answer: West Bengal
The people of West Bengal celebrate the festival of colours, predominantly known as Dol Utsav in the
state. This cultural festival marks the onset of spring season. In Eastern parts of the India, the festival of
spring is celebrated as Dol Utsav, Dol Jatra, Dol Purnima and Basanta Utsav.
151. ‘Artemis 1’ is the flagship program of which space agency?
[A] ISRO
[B] NASA
[C] ESA
[D] JAXA
Answer: NASA
‘Artemis’ is the flagship program of NASA, which aims to establish a long-term, sustainable human
presence on the moon by the end of the 2020s. NASA recently began rolling its Artemis 1 moon mission
out to the launch pad for testing at Kennedy Space Center (KSC). The Space Launch System (SLS)
rocket and Orion capsule were moved for the first time for testing and the launch is expected in the
month of May or June.
152. Where is the headquarters of International Organization for Migration located?
[A] USA
[B] Switzerland
[C] Turkey
[D] Italy
Answer: Switzerland
Switzerland-based International Organization for Migration is a United Nations agency that provides
services regarding migration to governments and migrants. The U.N. migration agency recently
announced that nearly 6.5 million people have been displaced inside Ukraine, in addition to the 3.2
million who have already fled the country. As per the estimates, Ukraine is just three weeks toward the
levels of displacement from Syria's war.
153. What is the rank of India in the World Happiness Report 2022?
[A] 123
[B] 136
[C] 141
[D] 146
Answer: 136
In the UN World Happiness Report 2022, India is ranked 136th, at tenth place from the bottom of the list.
The report has been launched ahead of the UN International Day of Happiness. Finland topped the chart
of 146 countries, for the fifth year in a row. The World Happiness Report is a publication of the
Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
154. Which Indian company is the second fastest-growing retailer in the world, as per the 2022 Deloitte
report?
[A] Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail
[B] Reliance Retail
[C] Avenue Supermarts
[D] Future Retail
Answer: Reliance Retail
Reliance Retail is the second fastest-growing retailer in the world, according to the 2022 Deloitte report,
‘Global Powers of Retailing.’ South Korean e-commerce brand ‘Coupang’ topped the list. Reliance Retail
is also the only Indian company to be featured for the fifth year in a row among the top 250 global
retailers in the report. The company is ranked at 56 overall, three ranks below its 2021 rank.
155. Which is the first Indian state to introduce carbon-neutral farming methods?
[A] Punjab
[B] Kerala
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Kerala
Kerala is set to become the first State in the country to introduce carbon-neutral farming methods in
selected locations. The state government has allocated Rs 6 crore in the 2022-23 Budget for the project.
In the first phase, carbon-neutral farming will be implemented in 13 farms. The state will convert the
State Seed Farm at Aluva into a carbon-neutral farm. In the second phase, model carbon-neutral farms
will be developed in all 140 Assembly constituencies.
156. Which company is the largest Iron Ore Producer in India?
[A] NMDC Limited
[B] Hindalco Industries
[C] Vedanta Limited
[D] Coal India Limited
Answer: NMDC Limited
NMDC Limited (erstwhile National Mineral Development Corporation) is a mineral producer, under the
administrative control of the Ministry of Steel, Government of India. It is India's largest iron ore producer
and exporter, producing more than 35 million tonnes of iron ore. NMDC has signed an MoU with the
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur for drone-based mineral exploration.
157. Which is the first State Assembly in the country to implement the National e-Vidhan Application
(NeVA)?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Nagaland
[C] West Bengal
[D] Telangana
Answer: Nagaland
Nagaland is the first State Assembly in the country to implement the National e-Vidhan Application
(NeVA) programme. The Assembly Secretariat attached a tablet or e-book on each table in the 60
members' assembly. NeVa works under the supervision of Union Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. NeVA
is a system deployed on NIC Cloud-MeghRaj which helps the Chair of the House to conduct the
proceedings in a paperless manner.
158. Which country has claimed the detection of new combination of two sub-variants of Omicron version
of Covid-19?
[A] USA
[B] China
[C] Israel
[D] Italy
Answer: Israel
Israel has claimed that a new likely variant has infected some people in the country. According to
reports, the likely new strain is a combination of two sub-variants (BA.1 and BA.2.) of the Omicron
version of the Covid-19 virus. Two passengers, who had arrived in Israel, were found infected with the
new Covid variant.
159. RBI directed Paytm Payments Bank to stop onboarding of new customers, under which act?
[A] RBI Act
[B] Banking Regulation Act
[C] Negotiable Instruments Act
[D] Foreign Exchange Management Act
Answer: Banking Regulation Act
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed Paytm Payments Bank to stop onboarding of new
customers with immediate effect. RBI has cited ‘material supervisory concerns observed in the bank’
and directed the bank to appoint an audit firm to conduct a comprehensive audit of its IT system. The
action has been taken by RBI’s powers conferred under section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act,
1949.
160. Which Indian has been appointed to UN Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism?
[A] Raghuram Rajan
[B] Jayati Ghosh
[C] Abhijeet Banerjee
[D] Amartya Sen
Answer: Jayati Ghosh
Jayati Ghosh has been appointed by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to the Advisory Board on
Effective Multilateralism. UN Chief Guterres announced the establishment of the new high-level to be co-
chaired by former Liberian president and Nobel laureate Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and former Swedish Prime
Minister Stefan Lofven.
161. Which Indian -born physician has been appointed as the USA’s COVID-19 response coordinator?
[A] Ashish Jha
[B] Arun Neelakandan
[C] E Sreedharan
[D] Randeep Guleria
Answer: Ashish Jha
India-born physician Ashish Jha has been recently appointed as the USA’s COVID-19 response
coordinator. He has previously done research on Ebola and jointly led West Africa’s strategy to tackle
the outbreak of the disease in 2014. His academic research focuses on enhancing the quality of
healthcare systems and how national policies impact healthcare.
162. Which is the ‘Theme State’ of the 35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2022?
[A] Haryana
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Goa
Governor of Haryana Bandaru Dattatraya and Chief Minister of Haryana Manohar Lal inaugurated the
35th Surajkund International Crafts Mela. The Mela was first organized in 1987 and this is the 35th
Crafts Mela. It helps thousands of craftsperson from across India to showcase their arts. Jammu &
Kashmir is the ‘Theme State’ of the Surajkund Crafts Mela 2022.
163. Dredging Corporation of India (DCI) has partnered wit which company to build the first indigenous
dredger?
[A] Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
[B] Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
[C] Goa Shipyard
[D] Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
Answer: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
The Dredging Corporation of India (DCI) and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) signed an agreement to
build the first indigenous dredger. The vessel will cost around Rs 920 crore. This is the largest and
technologically advanced dredger to have even been built in India. This will further help the local
manufacturing of dredgers.
164. The Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) is a statutory body working under which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of External Affairs
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Jal Shakti
Answer: Ministry of Home Affairs
The Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) is a statutory body working under Ministry of Home Affairs. It
was created through the Land Ports Authority of India Act, 2010. LPAI is responsible for creating,
maintaining and managing border infrastructure in India. The 10th anniversary of the Land Port Authority
(LPA) was recently organised. India’s 15,000 km-long land borders with Afghanistan, China, Nepal,
Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Pakistan.
165. Which Indian state witnessed a sudden death of around a hundred Himalayan vultures?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Assam
[C] Punjab
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Assam
Around 95 Himalayan griffon vultures and a steppe eagle were recently found dead in Assam’s Kamrup
district. The Forest Department Officials and Scientists from Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
were able to rescue 10 vultures and a steppe eagle. The cause of death of the vultures according to the
postmortem report was found to be pesticide poisoning due to carbofuran.
166. Keoladeo National Park is located in which Indian state/UT?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Punjab
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: Rajasthan
Keoladeo National Park is located in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district. Recently, an experiment with Africa’s
‘Boma Capturing Technique’ was undertaken in the park. The technique is used for capturing and
translocating spotted deer, which will improve the prey base in Mukundara Hills Tiger Reserve, situated
450 km away.
167. Which Racing Driver won the ‘Bahrain Grand Prix 2022’ Title?
[A] Lewis Hamilton
[B] Max Verstappen
[C] Sebastien Vettel
[D] Charles Leclerc
Answer: Charles Leclerc
Monacan Racing Driver Charles Leclerc won the Bahrain Grand Prix 2022, playing for Ferrari. He
surpassed the reigning world champion Max Verstappen. His team-mate Carlos Sainz came second
while Mercedes' champion Lewis Hamilton finished third in the tournament.
168. When is the ‘International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination’ observed?
[A] March 18
[B] March 20
[C] March 21
[D] March 23
Answer: March 21
The UN General Assembly proclaimed 21 March as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial
Discrimination. On the same day in 1960, Police opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful
demonstration in Sharpeville, South Africa, against the apartheid Pass Laws.
169. The ‘National AIDS and STD control programme’ comes under which category of scheme?
[A] Core Scheme
[B] Central Sector Scheme
[C] Centrally Sponsored Scheme
[D] Core of the Core Scheme
Answer: Central Sector Scheme
The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the National AIDS and STD control programme from
April 1 to March 31, 2026. It is a Central Sector Scheme fully funded by the Government of India. The
phase-V of the programme has been extended with an outlay of Rs 15471.94 crore. The National AIDS
response was initiated by the Government of India in 1992.
170. Agreement of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance (YYA Treaty) was signed between which
countries?
[A] Russia-Ukraine
[B] Russia-USA
[C] Finland-USSR
[D] USA-USSR
Answer: Finland-USSR
Agreement of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance (or YYA Treaty) was signed by Finland
with the USSR in 1948. ‘Finlandization’ of Ukraine was proposed by France’s President Emmanuel
Macron as one of the feasible models. ‘Finlandization’ refers to the policy of strict neutrality between
Russia and the West that Finland followed during the period of Cold War.
171. Khanij Bidesh India Ltd. (KABIL) is a Joint venture Company formed to ensure critical supply of which
Product?
[A] Petroleum
[B] Crude Oil
[C] Critical Minerals
[D] Medical Products
Answer: Critical Minerals
Khanij Bidesh India Ltd. (KABIL) is a Joint venture Company of three Public Sector Enterprises namely,
National Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HCL) and Mineral Exploration
Company Ltd. (MECL). Recently, an MoU was signed on cooperation in the critical mining sector which
was signed by Khanij Bidesh India Ltd. (KABIL) and Australia's Critical Mineral Facilitation Office.
172. 'Cyclone Asani', which was seen in the news recently, has hit which state/UT of India?
[A] Andaman and Nicobar Islands
[B] Goa
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Heavy rainfall and strong winds hit Andaman and Nicobar Islands, as a deep depression intensified over
the north Andaman Sea, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The deep depression
intensified into a cyclonic storm named 'Cyclone Asani' and made landfall near the port city of Thandwe
in Myanmar.
173. Which Indian won second place in the All England Open Badminton Championship 2022?
[A] K Srikanth
[B] P V Sindhu
[C] Lakshya Sen
[D] Saina Nehwal
Answer: Lakshya Sen
Indian Tennis player Lakshya Sen won second place in the All England Open Badminton Championship
2022. World No.1 Viktor Axelsen defeated Lakshya Sen in the men's singles final match held in
Birmingham. Women’s singles title was clinched by Japan’s Yamaguchi Akane. Men’s doubles title was
won by Indonesia. Women’s doubles title and Mixed doubles title are won by Japan.
174. Which Club won their maiden Indian Super League (ISL) title in 2022?
[A] Hyderabad FC
[B] Kerala Blasters
[C] Mumbai city FC
[D] Chennaiyin FC
Answer: Hyderabad FC
Hyderabad FC lifted their maiden Indian Super League title after defeating Kerala Blasters in the final
match held in Goa. Hyderabad FC skipper Joao Victor, Khassa Camara and Halicharan Narzary scored
for their team. Kerala Blasters ended second for the third time in a final clash.
175. Serdar Berdymukhamedov has won the Presidential Election of which country?
[A] Afghanistan
[B] Turkmenistan
[C] Kazakhstan
[D] Ukraine
Answer: Turkmenistan
40-year-old Serdar Berdymukhamedov has won the Presidential Election of Turkmenistan. He is the son
of the country’s leader. Berdymukhamedov secured 72.97 percent of votes in the recently held election
and succeeded his father Gurbanguly, as per the Central Election Commission. Turkmenistan is a gas-
rich country in Central Asia.
176. Which country announced an investment target of five trillion yen (Rs 3,20,000 crore) in India?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] Japan
[D] Germany
Answer: Japan
Japan announced an investment target of five trillion yen (Rs 3,20,000 crore) in India in the next five
years, after the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Fumio
Kishida. The two countries signed six agreements for the expansion of bilateral cooperation in a range
of areas. They also signed a separate clean energy partnership.
177. Which country recently announced that they were using ‘Kalibr cruise missiles’?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] Ukraine
[D] UAE
Answer: Russia
Russian defence authorities recently announced that they were using Kalibr cruise missiles among other
heavy weapons against Ukraine. Ships and submarines from the Northern and Black Sea launched Kalibr
cruise missiles and Zircon hypersonic missiles at sea and land targets. An aircraft launching a Kinzhal
hypersonic ballistic missile and striking a land target was also released.
178. The Women Transforming India (WTI) Awards 2022 were conferred on how many women achievers
[A] 10
[B] 50
[C] 75
[D] 100
Answer: 75
NITI Aayog organized the fifth edition of the Women Transforming India (WTI) Awards in March 2022. As
part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the WTI Awards were conferred on 75 women achievers to
celebrate their contribution towards a ‘Sashakt Aur Samarth Bharat’. The 75 awardees were chosen on
the basis of nominations received on NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), and
through shortlisting by a search-and-select committee.
179. As per the Union Budget, what per cent of biomass pellets will be used in thermal power plants?
[A] 2-3%
[B] 3-5%
[C] 5-7%
[D] 7-9%
Answer: 5-7%
The Union Budget 2022-23 proposed that 5-7% biomass pellets will be used in thermal power plants,
resulting in CO2 saving of 38 MMT annually The Ministry of Power has mandated blending of biomass
pellets made primarily of agro residue along with coal, under the “Revised Policy for Biomass Utilization
for power generation through Co–firing in Coal based Power Plants”. The obligation shall increase to 7%
with effect from two years after the date of issue of this order.
180. As per NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, what is the estimated number of Exoplantes?
[A] 2000
[B] 3000
[C] 5000
[D] 7500
Answer: 5000
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory confirmed there are now 5,000 known planets beyond our solar
system. These exoplanets include rocky structures approximately the size of Earth, gas giants larger
than Jupiter and ‘mini-Neptunes. This is seen as a milestone for astronomy and the search for extra-
terrestrial life.
181. Which Union Ministry implements ‘Grid Connected Rooftop Solar (RTS) Programme’?
[A] Ministry of Power
[B] Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
[C] Ministry of Coal
[D] Ministry of Jal Shakti
Answer: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) implements phase II of the Grid Connected
Rooftop Solar (RTS) Programme. The government has installed 1,252 megawatt (MW) RTS capacity in
the residential sector, as of March 2022. The government has installed renewable energy projects of
152.90 gigawatt (GW) capacity as of March 2022.
182. ‘iDEX Start-ups’, which were seen in the news recently, are associated with which sector?
[A] Fin-Tech
[B] Defence
[C] Artificial-Intelligence
[D] Agriculture
Answer: Defence
Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has
cleared the procurement of 14 items for over 380 crore rupees from the Innovations for Defence
Excellence (iDEX) startups or MSMEs. These items will be procured by the Indian Army, Navy and Air
Force. The DAC also approved the new simplified procedure for procurement from the iDEX startups and
MSMEs.
183. What is the name of the new Entrance Test conducted for all Central universities?
[A] National Eligibility and Entrance Test
[B] Common University Education Test
[C] National University Test
[D] Central Education Test
Answer: Common University Education Test
The new Common University Education Test (CUET), to be conducted by the National Testing Agency
(NTA), is compulsory for all the Central Universities. The exam will be a computer-based, multiple-choice
test. The University Grants Commission (UGC) also asks all state, deemed-to-be, and private universities
to use the test scores for admissions to undergraduate programmes across the country.
184. Which Ministry/institution releases the ‘Periodic labour force survey (PLFS)’?
[A] Ministry of Labour and Employment
[B] National Statistics Office (NSO)
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] Reserve Bank of India
Answer: National Statistics Office (NSO)
The periodic labour force survey (PLFS) by the National Statistical Office (NSO), under Ministry of
Statistics and Programme Implementation. As per the recent update, Unemployment rate for persons of
age 15 years and above in urban areas dipped to 9.8 per cent in July-September 2021 from 13.2 per cent
in the same quarter of the previous year.
185. Which country recently became the hottest place on earth, with the temperature at 53.2 degrees
Celsius?
[A] UAE
[B] Kuwait
[C] Oman
[D] Maldives
Answer: Kuwait
Kuwait recently became the hottest place on earth, with the temperature at 53.2 degrees Celsius (127.7
degrees Fahrenheit). As per a recent study, 67 percent of heat-related deaths in the capital was due to
climate change. The Country continues to burn oil for electricity and ranks among the top global carbon
emitters per capita, according to the World Resources Institute.
186. ‘Rajiv Gandhi Bhoomiheen Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana’ is a scheme of which state?
[A] Punjab
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] Manipur
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel presented a Budget of Rs 1,04,000 crore for 2022-23, 7%
more than the previous year He announced to restore Old pension scheme for state government
employees, and double the annual MLA local area development fund. A provision of Rs 6,000 crore for
Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana and increase in remuneration from Rs 6,000 to Rs 7,000 per annum
under Rajiv Gandhi Bhoomiheen Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana were also announced.
187. ‘Chief Minister’s Microfinance Initiative’ is a new scheme announced by which Indian state?
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Nagaland
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Nagaland
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio presented the state budget for FY 22-23. He announced a Rs 65
crore worth micro-finance scheme to help MSME entrepreneurs and farmers. The Chief Minister’s
Microfinance Initiative will improve credit flow to hard-working farmers and young entrepreneurs. Other
new schemes are Target Champion Scheme (TACS), and the Chief Minister’s Health Insurance Scheme.
188. Which country is the host of the ‘BIMSTEC Summit’ in 2022?
[A] India
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Pakistan
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: Sri Lanka
The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit
is hosted by Sri Lanka in 2022. BIMSTEC Charter and BIMSTEC Master plan for Transport Connectivity
are proposed to be signed during the Sri Lanka Summit. BIMSTEC was established in 1997, and it
comprises seven member states Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Thailand.
189. Which Indian state/UT implements the ‘Mukhyamantri Park Saundaryakaran Yojana’?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] New Delhi
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
Answer: New Delhi
Mukhyamantri Park Saundaryakaran Yojana is a scheme being implemented by the Government of Delhi.
As part of the scheme, the Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal directed officials to transform 17 city
forests in the national capital in an area of about 3000 acres to 'World-Class level' Forests. 1,500 parks
are being transformed in collaboration with 450 Resident Welfare Association (RWAs) under ‘Community
Parks’ initiative.
190. Who has been awarded the ‘Abel Prize 2022’?
[A] Dennis Parnell Sullivan
[B] Curtis T. McMullen
[C] William Browder
[D] Hal Abelson
Answer: Dennis Parnell Sullivan
The Abel Prize for the year 2022 has been awarded to Professor Dennis Parnell Sullivan. It is awarded
annually to outstanding mathematicians. The award was established by the Norwegian Government in
2002, and is managed by The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. Professor Sullivan was
awarded the prize “For his contributions to topology, in particular its algebraic, geometric and dynamical
aspects.”
191. Which country commenced world’s first clinical trial to examine the efficacy of Ayurveda in treating
Rheumatoid Arthritis?
[A] Nepal
[B] India
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] China
Answer: India
India’s AYUSH Ministry is set to conduct the world’s first clinical trial to examine the efficacy of
Ayurveda in treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis. It added that the clinical trial will be conducted in
accordance with International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for
Pharmaceuticals for Human Use – Good Clinical Practice (ICH- GCP) guidelines.
192. As per a recent Supreme Court Order, which institution has the power to tax lotteries organised by
other states?
[A] Central Government
[B] State Government
[C] GST Council
[D] Finance Commission
Answer: State Government
The Supreme Court recently ruled that State Legislatures have the power to tax lotteries organised by
other states. A lottery conducted by Government of India, states or authorised by a state or conducted
by private entities is an activity falling within the nomenclature of ‘betting and gambling’.
193. The United Nations has announced a project on early weather-warning systems, along with which
institution?
[A] World Meteorological Organization
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] NASA
[D] ISRO
Answer: World Meteorological Organization
The Chief of the United Nations announced a project, along with Geneva-based World Meteorological
Organization. It aims to put every person on Earth in range of early weather-warning systems within five
years. It aims to make the alert systems, which are already used by many rich countries available to the
developing countries.
194. As per OECD’s recent Economic Outlook, what is India’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth,
estimated for FY24?
[A] 5.0%
[B] 5.5%
[C] 6.5%
[D] 7.0%
Answer: 5.5%
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) retained the estimate of India’s
real gross domestic product (GDP) at 5.5% in FY24. This is lower than 8.1% in 2022-23. In its Economic
Outlook for Southeast Asia, China and India, the GDP of emerging Asia - China, India and ASEAN
Member Countries- is projected to grow 5.8% this year.

195. Which state has recently launched 24×7 WhatsApp chatbot ‘Maya’ for Tourism Information Services?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Karnataka
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: Kerala
Kerala Tourism has launched its 24×7 WhatsApp chatbot ‘Maya’ to enable tourists to access all
information and updates about the tourism sector in the state. The dedicated WhatsApp interactive
service ‘Maya’ will serve as a virtual travel assistant for tourists. The Service can be obtained using
WhatsApp chat or by scanning the QR code, for a hassle-free travel experience in the state.
196. When is the ‘International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members’ observed?
[A] March 23
[B] March 25
[C] March 27
[D] March 28
Answer: March 25
The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members is marked each year on
March 25. The day is marked on the anniversary of the abduction of Alec Collett, a former journalist who
was working for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East
(UNRWA) in 1985. Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel was adopted
by the UN in 1994.
197. Who is the first Chairperson of the ‘Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)’?
[A] Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan
[B] Urjit Patel
[C] Abhijeet Banerjee
[D] Viral Acharya
Answer: Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das inaugurated the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) in Bengaluru. It has
been set up to encourage and nurture financial innovation, with an initial capital contribution of Rs 100
crore. Senapathy (Kris) Gopalakrishnan is the first Chairperson while it has eminent persons from
industry and academia as members.
198. ‘Tulip Festival’ is an annual festival conducted in which Indian city?
[A] Shimla
[B] Srinagar
[C] Chandigarh
[D] Guwahati
Answer: Srinagar
Asia's largest tulip garden, with over one million tulips, has been opened to the public in Jammu and
Kashmir's Srinagar. The Tulip Garden has been cultivated over months for the upcoming Tulip Festival.
The Tulip Festival in Srinagar annually attracts tourists from all over the world at the beginning of spring.
199. What is the infrastructure lending target set for National Bank for Financial Infrastructure and
Development (NaBFID)?
[A] Rs 1 billion
[B] Rs 10 billion
[C] Rs 1 trillion
[D] Rs 10 trillion
Answer: Rs 1 trillion
The Centre has set a target of about Rs 1 trillion for National Bank for Financial Infrastructure and
Development (NaBFID). The limit has been set for sanctioning loans to the infrastructure sector in the
next financial year. This government-backed Development Finance Institution (DFI) will start operations
in the first quarter of the next financial year.
200. Which Indian state/UT topped the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2021?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Gujarat
[D] Telangana
Answer: Gujarat
NITI Aayog, in partnership with the Institute of Competitiveness, released the Export Preparedness Index
(EPI) 2021. As per the report, most of the Coastal States of India are the best performers, and Gujarat
was the top-performer. The EPI ranks states and UTs on 4 main pillars namely ‘Policy; Business
Ecosystem; Export Ecosystem; Export Performance’ and 11 sub-pillars.
201. Which Union Ministry inaugurated the 'Ishan Manthan' festival?
[A] Ministry of Culture
[B] Ministry of Education
[C] Ministry of Tourism
[D] Ministry of MSME
Answer: Ministry of Culture
Union Minister for Culture, Tourism & DONER G Kishan Reddy inaugurated the three-day North-East
festival called 'Ishan Manthan' in New Delhi. It included discussion on the indigenous faith of North East
India, discussions on the unsung freedom fighters of the North East among others. The event will also
provide information about films, art and handicrafts of the North East.
202. What is the name of ‘Campaign on 100 days, 100 organizations at 100 places’, recently launched to
promote various dimensions of Yoga?
[A] Yoga and India
[B] Yoga Mahotsav
[C] Bharat Yoga
[D] Yoga for Amrit Kaal
Answer: Yoga Mahotsav
Yoga Mahotsav 2022 is a campaign for 100 days, 100 organizations at 100 places, with an objective to
give wider promotion to various dimensions of Yoga. It also aims to promote the 100 days countdown
campaign to IDY-2022 for Health, Well-being and World Peace. National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN),
Ministry of Ayush, will conduct a yoga session on 'Common Yoga Protocol' at Aga Khan Palace, a Gandhi
Heritage site at Pune.
203. Which institution collaborated with Indo-German Project ‘Her&Now’, to end gender-based barriers for
Women Entrepreneurs?
[A] UN Women
[B] AIM (NITI Aayog)
[C] FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO)

[D] NASSCOM
Answer: AIM (NITI Aayog)
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, announced their collaboration with the Indo-German
Development Cooperation Project ‘Economic Empowerment of Women Entrepreneurs and Start-ups by
Women (Her&Now)’. Under the partnership between AIM and Her&Now, ‘WINcubate Training Programme’
will be provided to AIM Incubators and Innovation Centres to help them adopt a gender-focused
approach.
204. Which institution issued the world’s first Wildlife Conservation Bond (WCB)?
[A] World Bank
[B] UN Environment Program
[C] World Economic Forum
[D] International Monetary Fund
Answer: World Bank
The World Bank has issued the world’s first wildlife bond named as the Wildlife Conservation Bond
(WCB). The USD150 million will be spent on two South African reserves, the Addo Elephant National
Park (AENP) and the Great Fish River Nature Reserve (GFRNR). The reserves would use the money for
the conservation of black rhinoceros in the sanctuaries.
205. The European Union has agreed to a framework for cross-border data transfers, along with which
country?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] USA
[D] Australia
Answer: USA
The European Union and the U.S. announced they had agreed “in principle” to a new framework for
cross-border data transfers. Previously, there was an arrangement named Privacy Shield, allowing firms
to share Europeans’ data to the U.S. The new agreement is expected to provide relief for tech giants like
Meta and Google.
206. Maligaimedu excavation site, which was seen in the news recently, is located in which state?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Gujarat
[D] Haryana
Answer: Tamil Nadu
An ancient clay pot was recently unearthed at Maligaimedu excavation site in Ariyalur, in the state of
Tamil Nadu. The phase II excavation project at Maligaimedu in Gangaikonda Cholapuram was recently
inaugurated by Chief Minister MK Stalin. A 25 cm high, 12.5 cm wide, ancient clay pot was unearthed
recently. Besides this, a 30-layer brick wall and a clay spoon were excavated.
207. ‘Bali Declaration’ which was unveiled recently, aims to prevent illegal trade of which product?
[A] Gold
[B] Mercury
[C] Wild Life
[D] Human Organs
Answer: Mercury
The Fourth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Minamata Convention on Mercury (COP-4)
was held recently at Bali, Indonesia. It had been decided that 10 types of products contain mercury that
can be phased out, while the use of four types of products with mercury should be reviewed at COP-5 in
Geneva, Switzerland. ‘Bali Declaration’ was unveiled to prevent illegal mercury trade.
208. ‘Jens Stoltenberg’ is the Secretary-General of which organisation?
[A] EU
[B] NATO
[C] G-20
[D] G-7
Answer: NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) extended the term of Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg by a
year until September 30, 2023. At the NATO summit in Brussels, the US President Joe Biden and other
NATO leaders agreed to extend Stoltenberg's term. He was a former Norwegian prime minister and was
named NATO Secretary-General in 2014. His term was due to expire in September 2021.
209. Airports Authority of India (AAI), partnered with which institution to develop indigenous Air Traffic
Management Systems?
[A] ISRO
[B] DRDO
[C] BEL
[D] HAL
Answer: BEL
Airports Authority of India (AAI), under its R & D initiative, has entered into an agreement with Navratna
Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to jointly develop indigenous Air Traffic Management
Systems. They will also collaborate on systems for surface movement of aircraft at airports in the
country which were previously being imported. The Agreement was signed during ‘Wings India 2022’ in
Hyderabad.
210. Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) functions under the aegis of which Union Ministry?
[B] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
[C] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
[D] Ministry of Labour and Employment
Answer: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
The Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) works under the aegis of Ministry of Skill Development and
Entrepreneurship (MSDE). IIE has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of
Rural Development (MoRD) to promote entrepreneurship at a local level among the rural youth. Under the
agreement, the Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP), will focus on promoting
employment opportunities in rural India.
211. SIDBI has recently partnered with which state to strengthen MSME ecosystem?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Meghalaya
[C] Sikkim
[D] Telangana
Answer: Meghalaya
Small industries development bank of India (SIDBI), has entered into a memorandum of understanding
(MoU) with Meghalaya infrastructure development and finance corporation. It is a government body to
develop the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) ecosystem in the state. Under the MoU, SIDBI
and Meghalaya government will work to ensure the development of the MSME ecosystem in the state.
212. As per the ‘National Tuberculosis Prevalence Survey’, which state has the highest prevalence of TB in
2019-2021?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] New Delhi
[D] Mumbai
Answer: New Delhi
The ‘National Tuberculosis Prevalence Survey’ was recently released by Union Health Minister Mansukh
Mandaviya. He also released the country’s ‘annual TB report’ As per the report, Delhi had the highest
prevalence (747) in 2019-2021 while Gujarat had the lowest (137). TB prevalence among India’s adults
was 312 per 100,000 in 2019-2021. For every 2.84 persons with TB, only 1 was registered in the national
surveillance system.
213. Which institution released the framework for geo-tagging of payment system touch points?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] NPCI
[C] RBI
[D] Ministry of Finance
Answer: RBI
Reserve Bank of India released the framework for geo-tagging of payment system touch points. Geo-
tagging refers to capturing the geographical coordinates (latitude and longitude). The framework aims
to ensure proper monitoring of the availability of payment acceptance infrastructure including Point of
Sale terminals, and Quick Response codes.
214. Which Indian state was ranked third in terms of per capita income in the fiscal year 2021-22?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Sikkim
[C] Haryana
Answer: New Delhi
According to the Economic Survey of Delhi 2021-22, Delhi ranked third in terms of per capita income
behind Sikkim and Goa. As per the survey, Delhi's per capita income grew 16.81 per cent year-on-year to
Rs 4,01,982 in fiscal 2021-22. The per capita income of Delhi was three times higher than the national
average in 2021-22.
215. Which movie won the Oscar Award 2022 for Best Picture?
[A] King Richard
[B] The Power of Dog
[C] CODA
[D] West Side Story
Answer: CODA
In the 94th Academy Awards, Sian Heder’s ‘CODA’ created history by becoming the first movie from a
major streaming service to win an Oscar for best picture. Will Smith was declared the best actor for
'King Richard,' and Jessica Chastain won the best actress award. Ariana DeBose created history by
becoming the first queer woman of colour to bag the award for the film ‘West Side Story’.
216. Which Indian player won the Swiss Open Super 300 badminton tournament in 2022?
[A] K Srikanth
[B] P V Sindhu
[C] Saina Nehwal
[D] HS Prannoy
Answer: P V Sindhu
Double Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu defeated Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan to win the Swiss
Open Super 300 badminton tournament in Basel. P V Sindhu won her second title in Basel in straight
games with a score-line of 21-16, 21-8. Sindhu earlier won the Syed Modi India International in January.
India's HS Prannoy lost the men's singles final in Basel to Jonathan Chritie.
217. Who is the winner of the ‘Stockholm Water Prize 2022’?
[A] Wilfried Brutsaert
[B] Ignacio Rodriguez-Iturbe
[C] Gedeon Dagan
[D] Peter S. Eagleson
Answer: Wilfried Brutsaert
The renowned hydrologist Wilfried Brutsaert is awarded the Stockholm Water Prize 2022 for his
outstanding work to quantify environmental evaporation. Professor Emeritus Wilfried Brutsaert, fondly
known as Mr Evaporation, is the world’s leading authority on terrestrial evaporation. His works help to
make accurate predictions of the impact that climate change has on local rainfall patterns and water
sources.
218. The sixth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) has been extended till
which month?
[A] June 2022
[B] August 2022
[C] September 2022
[D] December 2022
Answer: September 2022
The Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution chaired by Prime Minister
Narendra Modi, has decided to extend the PMGKAY till September 2022. Under the Pradhan Mantri Garib
Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY), 5 kg of food grains (wheat, rice, coarse grain) is provided to each
beneficiary each month free of cost. Phase-V of the scheme was to end in March 2022.
219. As per recent official data, what is the average rise in sea surface temperature of Indian Ocean per
decade?
[A] 0.15°C
[B] 0.75°C
[C] 1.15°C
[D] 1.75°C
Answer: 0.15°C
Union Ministry of Earth Sciences recently announced that the tropical Indian Ocean has experienced a
rapid increase in ocean warming. The average rise in sea surface temperature of about 1 degree Celsius
(°C) was observed over the period of 1951-2015, at 0.15°C per decade. The western Indian Ocean region
experienced a four-fold rise in marine heat-waves events and the North Bay of Bengal experienced a two-
to-three fold rise.
220. ‘Decentralised Waste Management Technology Park’ has been inaugurated at which state/UT?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Rajasthan
Answer: New Delhi
The Waste to Wealth Mission of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India,
has inaugurated Decentralised Waste Management Technology Park in East Delhi. It was inaugurated in
collaboration with the East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC), for onsite processing of fresh Municipal
solid waste. The aim is to make onsite processing Technology Park with the aim of zero waste and zero
energy.
221. Which country has recently abolished its controversial “Golden passports” scheme?
[A] Bulgaria
[B] Ukraine
[C] Italy
[D] UK
Answer: Bulgaria
Bulgaria has recently abolished its controversial “Golden passports” scheme, which offers citizenship of
the EU member state in return for substantial investment. The scheme made it possible for foreigners to
acquire residency when they invested a minimum of 500,000 euros in Bulgaria, and citizenship when
they invested one million euros. The European Commission has called for the abolition of such schemes
as they provide ways for money laundering.
222. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched a tourism portal to facilitate guided tours to projects of
which organisation?
[A] NHAI
[B] BRO
[C] DRDO
[D] Indian Coast Guard
Answer: BRO
Minister Rajnath Singh launched a tourism portal to facilitate online booking of guided tours to the road
infrastructure projects of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). In the initial phase, only e-booking for a
guided tour to Atal Tunnel, Rohtang, will be available through the portal. The world’s highest motorable
road at Umling La Pass, Sela Tunnel and Nechiphu Tunnel are among the projects which will be included
later.
223. What is the theme of the Earth Hour in 2022?
[A] Shape our Future
[B] Stand for Environment
[C] Save our Children
[D] Decarbonise the planet
Answer: Shape our Future
Earth Hour was observed from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m on March 26. It is the world’s largest movement for the
environment where people across the globe unite to take a stand against climate change by turning off
non-essential lights for one hour. It commenced as a symbolic lights-out event in Sydney in 2007, and
then was observed every year on the last Saturday of March in more than 180 countries. It unites
millions of people in the effort to decarbonise the planet. The theme for this year’s global event is
“Shape our Future”.
224. As per recent data, what is the doctor-population ratio in India?
[A] 1: 1023
[B] 1: 834
[C] 1: 750
[D] 1: 444
Answer: 1: 834
As per recent official data, the doctor-population ratio is 1:834 in the country. There are 13,01,319
allopathic doctors registered with the State Medical Councils and the National Medical Commission
(NMC) as on November, 2021. Also, there are 2.89 lakh registered dentists, 32.63 lakh registered
nursing personnel and 13 lakh allied and Healthcare Professionals in the country.
225. Which country is the winner of 2022 SAFF U-18 Women's Championships?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] India
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Japan
Answer: India
Indian Team emerged as the Champions of the 2022 SAFF U-18 Women's Championships, despite losing
0-1 to Bangladesh. The result was declared because of a better goal difference. India enjoyed a better
goal difference of +11 in comparison to +3 of Bangladesh. The valuable player of the tournament and
the highest goal scorer was Lynda Kom who scored five goals.
226. Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth Rs 887 crore with which organisation for delivery of Two
Multi-Purpose Vessels (MPVs)?
[A] DRDO
[B] Larsen & Toubro
[C] HAL
[D] BEL
Answer: Larsen & Toubro
Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth Rs 887 crore with Larsen & Toubro for acquisition of
Two Multi-Purpose Vessels (MPVs) under the “Buy-Indian’’ category. L&T will deliver the MPVs which will
be indigenously built in India to the Indian Navy in another two years. The vehicles can perform maritime
surveillance, surface and underwater firing exercises, launching of torpedoes and giving Humanitarian
Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) support.
227. Jingkieng Jri: Living Root Bridges, which were seen in the news recently, are situated in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Meghalaya
[D] Jammu and Kashmir
Answer: Meghalaya
“Jingkieng Jri: Living Root Bridge Cultural Landscapes of Meghalaya” has been included in the UNESCO
World Heritage Site tentative list. The Living Root bridges are home to several critically endangered
species of flora and fauna. They were built by the indigenous people of Meghalaya, using the living roots
of Ficus trees planted on both sides of a river.
228. TEJAS Skilling Project to train overseas Indians, was launched in which country?
[A] Japan
[B] Bangladesh
[C] UAE
[D] Singapore
Answer: UAE
Union Minister Anurag Thakur launched TEJAS (Training for Emirates Jobs And Skills) in Dubai, UAE. It
is a Skill India International Project to train overseas Indians. The programme aims to skilling,
certification and overseas employment of Indians. During the initial phase, it aims at creating a 10,000
strong Indian workforce in UAE. He also invited UAE for collaboration in Animation, Visual Effects,
Gaming and Comics (AVGC) Sector.
229. ‘The Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya’ is located in which state/UT?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Gujarat
[D] Uttarakhand
Answer: New Delhi
The Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya, a museum dedicated to prime ministers of India, is set to be
inaugurated on April 14 to coincide with B R Ambedkar’s birth anniversary. Being built on a 10,000-
square metre land adjacent to the Nehru Memorial Museum in Delhi, the museum covers the life and
times of all 14 Indian prime ministers so far. The museum which is being built at a cost of Rs 271 crore
was approved in 2018.
230. Which city is the host of the ‘Mega International Summit on MSMEs 2022’?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Chennai
[C] New Delhi
[D] Dehradun
Answer: New Delhi
Ministry of MSME, Government of India and the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII),
Ahmedabad, organised a ‘Mega International Summit on MSMEs’ at the India International Centre, New
Delhi. The two-day summit was attended by entrepreneurs, academicians, policymakers, industry
leaders, industry associations, start-ups, social impact organizations, MSMEs and self-help groups from
India and across the world.
231. As per a recent study, what is the size of India's space economy in the 2020-21 fiscal year?
[A] Rs 1 billion
[B] Rs 2 billion
[C] Rs 5 billion
[D] Rs 10 billion
Answer: Rs 5 billion
In a recent study, researchers from the Centre for Development Studies (CDS) and the Indian Institute of
Space Science and Technology (IIST) measured the size of India’s space economy at Rs 36,794 crore
(approximately USD 5 billion) for the 2020-21 fiscal. The estimated size of India's space economy, as a
percentage of the GDP, fell from 0.26% in 2011-12 to 0.19% in 2020-21.

232. How many countries are part of the ‘Schengen Area’, where border control at their mutual borders are
abolished?
[A] 7
[B] 14
[C] 26
[D] 32
Answer: 26
The Schengen Area is an area comprising 26 European countries that have officially abolished passport
and other border control at their mutual borders. The area has a common visa policy and is named after
the 1985 Schengen Agreement signed in Schengen, Luxembourg. Recently, many countries have lifted
Covid-19 entry rules for the EU/Schengen Area Travellers.
233. ‘Varnika’ Ink Manufacturing Unit of Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited (BRBNMPL)
has been inaugurated in which city?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Mysuru
[C] Kolkata
[D] Chennai
Answer: Mysuru
Governor of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Shaktikanta Das dedicated Varnika, the Ink Manufacturing Unit
of Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Private Limited (BRBNMPL) to the nation in Mysuru. It is a
wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). BRBNMPL has set up Varnika with an annual
ink manufacturing capacity of 1,500 MT to enhance the security of banknotes. It aims to achieve cost
efficiency and reduced import dependency.
234. Indian Air Force (IAF) has partnered with which organisation for ‘Fleet Card — Fuel on Move’
mechanism?
[A] ISRO
[B] DRDO
[C] IOCL
[D] BEL
Answer: IOCL
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has tied up with the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for ‘Fleet Card —
Fuel on Move’ program. The fleet card will enable IAF vehicles to refuel at any IOCL station, rather than
the current practice of refuelling at only Air Force stations. This will be implemented for its fleet of
vehicles that carry personnel, equipment and even bombs and missiles by road.
235. Which Indian state/UT has announced ‘Vinaya Samarasya Yojana’?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Karnataka
The Karnataka government has announced Vinaya Samarasya Yojana, an awareness programme meant
to eradicate untouchability in Gram Panchayats across the state. The scheme has been named after a
three-year-old Dalit boy Vinay, whose family was slapped a fine of Rs 25,000 by the village leaders last
year for the boy’s act of entering into a local temple.

236. The Chartered Accountants Bill seeks to set up a coordination committee headed by?
[A] Finance Minister
[B] Corporate Affairs Minister
[C] Corporate Affairs Secretary
[D] Finance Secretary
Answer: Corporate Affairs Secretary
The Chartered Accountants, Cost and Works Accountants and Company Secretaries (Amendment) Bill
seeks to appoint non-chartered accountant (CA), non-cost accountant and non-company secretary as
the presiding officer of the disciplinary committees of the respective bodies. The Bill seeks to set up a
coordination committee headed by the corporate affairs secretary. It will have representations from the
three institutes: Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Institute of Cost Accountants of India
(formerly known as ICWAI), and Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
237. The MGNREGA wage rates are fixed according to changes in which Index?
[A] Consumer Price Index-Agriculture Labour (CPI-AL)
[B] Consumer Price Index-Industrial Workers (CPI-IW)
[C] Consumer Price Index-New Series (CPI-NS)
[D] Consumer Price Index-Rural Labourers (CPI-RL)
Answer: Consumer Price Index-Agriculture Labour (CPI-AL)
The Ministry of Rural Development has notified fresh wage rates under rural job guarantee programme
NREGS for financial year 2022-23. Only 10 states got more than 5 per cent hike while three states had no
change. The MGNREGA wage rates are fixed according to changes in the CPI-AL (Consumer Price Index-
Agriculture Labour). The maximum rise is recorded in Goa where the new wage is Rs 315 per day in
2022-23.
238. Which freedom fighter is the founder of Indian Home Rule Society, India House and The Indian
Sociologist in London?
[A] Lala Lajpat Rai
[B] Raja Ram Mohan Roy
[C] Shyamji Krishna Varma
[D] Annie Besant
Answer: Shyamji Krishna Varma
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Shyamji Krishna Varma on his death anniversary. He was
born in the year 1857 in Mandvi, Gujarat, and passed away on March 30 in 1930 in Geneva. Shyamji
Krishna Varma founded the Indian Home Rule Society, India House and The Indian Sociologist in
London.
239. Chinarak mines, which were seen in the news recently, are located in which country?
[A] Pakistan
[B] India
[C] Afghanistan
[D] Nepal
Answer: Afghanistan
Chinarak mines are located in the mountains of northern Afghanistan. Recently, three times as many
men have come to work than before the Taliban takeover. Thousands of men flocked to the dangerous
mines, to sustain their livelihood amidst an economic crisis. For more than six months, Afghanistan has
been gripped by a severe economic crisis that has wiped out incomes, raised food prices and left
millions hungry.
240. What is the rank of India in the ‘Hurun global U-40 self-made billionaires 2022’?
[A] Second
[B] Third
[C] Fourth
[D] Sixth
Answer: Fourth
In the ‘Hurun global U-40 self-made billionaires 2022’, India is ranked at fourth place. USA leads the list
with 37 billionaires, China second with 25 and UK is at third with 8. India had 6 U-40 self-made
billionaires. Globally, there are 87 self-made billionaires, up 8 in year and almost double in 5 years. Mark
Zuckerberg (37) is the world’s no.1 under 40 years with USD 76bn. Tiktok founder Zhang Yiming (39) is
the second with USD 54bn.
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