Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019 [English]

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Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019

Who took charge of the finance portfolio in Modi’s new Cabinet?
A. Amit Shah
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Arun Jaitley
D. Nirmala Sitharaman

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Nirmala Sitharaman
Explanation: PM Modi’s new cabinet will have Nirmala Sitharaman as the Finance Minister. It is worth noting that in 2017, Sitharaman was the first woman to be appointed full-time Defence Minister of India.
Former foreign secretary S Jaishankar was given charge of which among the following ministries?
A. Home Affairs
B. WCD
C. HRD
D. External Affairs

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. External Affairs
Explanation: Jaishankar will have to deal with overall expectations of expanding India’s global influence & stature. It is worth noting that he was a key member of the Indian team which negotiated the landmark Indo-US nuclear deal.
“Binny”, the country’s lone orangutan passed away, recently died in _______.
A. Manipur
B. Sikkim
C. Odisha
D. AP

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Odisha
Explanation: At Odisha’s Nandankanan Zoological Park, due to an old-age related ailment, it died. It is worth noting that it was brought to Nandankanan Zoo from Pune’s Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in 2003.
Who took charge recently as the 24th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS)?
A. GS Laxmi
B. Mihir Seth
C. Sunil Lamba
D. Karambir Singh

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Karambir Singh
Explanation: He has served in a variety of Command, Staff and Instructional appointments. The tenure of a Service Chief is three years or 62 years of age (whichever is earlier).
How many Indian-origin students are among the eight participants who won the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee?
A. Two
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Six
Explanation: It is the first time that more than two co-champions have been named. Each will receive the full winner’s prize of USD 50,000 in cash.
India has moved up one place to rank ____ most competitive economy in the world, according to 2019 edition of the IMD World Competitiveness Rankings.
A. 30th
B. 35th
C. 40th
D. 43rd

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. 43rd
Explanation: The IMD World Competitiveness Rankings was established in 1989. It incorporates 235 indicators from each of the 63 ranked economies. It is worth noting that, with 11 out of 14 economies either improving or holding their ground, the Asia-Pacific region has emerged as a global beacon.
ICC launched ________ on the eve of the men’s World Cup, bringing together 460 million people playing cricket globally to celebrate the magnificent diversity of cricket.
A. Criiio Campaign
B. NextGen Campaign
C. 100TS Campaign
D. DiverseCric Campaign

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Criiio Campaign
Explanation: Criiio is a celebration of all the brilliant and unique ways people play the game. Fans have been encouraged to join the social cricket tribe by sharing pictures/videos of where and how they play cricket.
Maharana Pratap Jayanti is observed on _______ celebrating the birth anniversary of the brave Rajput warrior.
A. June 5
B. June 6
C. June 7
D. June 8

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. June 6
Explanation: Maharana was one of the strongest warriors in India. Maharana Pratap bravely fought the Haldi Ghati Battle. While he lost the war, but he fought till the end.
In Modi 2.0 cabinet, ___________ has been given the Ministry of Women and Child Development, as well as the Ministry of Textiles.
A. Smriti Zubin Irani
B. Amit Shah
C. Menaka Gandhi
D. Harsmirat Kaur

Correct Answer
Correct Answer- A. Smriti Zubin Irani
Explanation: In 2019, Smriti Irani defeated Rahul Gandhi on his home turf, by more than 50,000 votes. It is worth noting that she continued to cultivate Amethi in the past five years despite her 2014 loss. As a result, this helped her reap electoral dividends.
Who has been given the charge of Railways, Commerce and Industry ministries in Modi’s new cabinet?
A. Sushma Swaraj
B. Nirmala Sitharaman
C. Amit Shah
D. Piyush Goyal

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Piyush Goyal
Explanation: Goyal is known for his corporate network developed during his days as an investment banker. It is worth noting that he achieved the lowest accident figures in his previous tenure.
___________ announced its first interactive game show, titled “Confetti” in India.
A. Facebook
B. Google
C. Twitter
D. Microsoft

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Facebook
Explanation: It was first launched in the US. The interactive game will challenge participants to answer pop culture trivia questions.
Who has bagged the J C Daniel Award 2018 for overall contribution to Malayalam film industry?
A. K Vijayan
B. Vaikom Vasudev
C. Sheela
D. U Kunjabdulla

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Sheela
Explanation: The top film award comprises cash prize of Rs 5 lakh, citation, and statuette. ‘Bhagyajathakam’ (1962), directed by P Bhaskaran was Sheela’s first film in Malayalam.
Rohtas Fort, sometimes seen in the news, is located in which among the following countries?
A. Bangladesh
B. Pakistan
C. Syria
D. Saudi Arabia

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Pakistan
Explanation: The main fortifications consist of the massive walls, which extend for more than 4 km. It is also called Qila Rohtas. It’s an exceptional example of early Muslim military architecture in Central and South Asia.
UN Russian Language Day is observed annually on _______.
A. June 4
B. June 6
C. June 8
D. June 10

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. June 6
Explanation: This day coincides with the birthday of Aleksandr Pushkin ( a Russian poet considered the father of modern Russian literature).
Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019
Who has been elected by parliament as the prime minister of Papua New Guinea (PNG)?
A. Peter O’Neill
B. James Marape
C. Job Pomat
D. Bob Dadae

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. James Marape
Explanation: He wanted PNG to be “the richest black Christian nation” in the world & committed to reviewing resource laws, according to the reports.
World Digestive Health Day is celebrated every year on _________.
A. 28th May
B. 29th May
C. 1st June
D. 5th June

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. 29th May
Explanation: It was launched in 2004 to mark the 45th anniversary of the creation of the World Gastroenterology Organisation. The theme for the World Digestive Health Day 2019 campaign is “Early Diagnosis and Treatment of GI Cancer.”
Kruger National Park, sometimes seen in the news, is in which among the following countries?
A. Chile
B. Argentina
C. South Africa
D. Pakistan

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. South Africa
Explanation: The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. Kruger is home to at least 12,000 rhinos.
World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on ______ to inspire people to stop smoking.
A. May 31
B. June 3
C. June 7
D. June 10

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. May 31
Explanation: The theme of World No Tobacco Day 2019 is “Tobacco and Lung health”. Currently, approximately 5.4 million people die due to tobacco-related illnesses every year worldwide.
Who will once again hold the Food Processing ministry?
A. Smriti Irani
B. Jitendra Singh
C. Harsmirat Kaur
D. Sushma Swaraj

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Harsimrat Kaur
Explanation: In 2019 elections, Harsimrat Kaur won the seat from Bathinda by defeating Amrinder Singh Raja Warring of Congress. It is worth noting that she is appreciated for her initiative – Nanhi Chhaan – to fight female infanticide.
World Oceans Day takes place on _______ every year.
A. 7th June
B. 8th June
C. 9th June
D. 10th June

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. 8th June
Explanation: The concept of a ‘World Oceans Day’ was first proposed in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. The theme for 2019’s World Oceans Day is “Gender and Oceans”.
____ has emerged as India’s Most Influential Brand (MIB) of 2018, according to an Ipsos Survey.
Apple
B. Google
C. Facebook
D. Nokia

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Google
Explanation: Ipsos’ Most Influential Brands Study is a holistic assessment & ranking of 100+ brands on influence in each country.
Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which among the following countries?
A. Iran
B. India
C. Israel
D. Syria

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Iran
Explanation: The Golestan Palace is a masterpiece of the Qajar era. It represents a new style incorporating traditional Persian arts and crafts and elements of 18th-century architecture and technology.
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, sometimes seen in the news, is observed on __________.
A. 2nd June
B. 4th June
C. 8th June
D. 11th June

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. 4th June
Explanation: This day acknowledges the pain suffered by children throughout the world who are the victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse.
Piyush Goyal is leading the Indian delegation for the G20 Ministerial meeting on Trade and Digital Economy to be held in _______.
A. China
B. Germany
C. Japan
D. US

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Japan
Explanation: It is to be held on 8th – 9th June 2019 in Tsukuba city, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. It is worth noting that G20 is made up of 19 countries and the European Union (EU). The G20 members represent two-thirds of the world’s people and 85 percent of its economy.
World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated on ________ every year.
A. 4th June
B. 5th June
C. 7th June
D. 9th June

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. 5th June
Explanation: The theme of “Beat Air Pollution” was chosen by this year’s host country, China. UN stats indicate that an estimated 1.2 million premature deaths occur in India each year due to air pollution.
Who has joined Ujjivan Small Finance Bank’s board as an independent director?
A. Narendra Tomar
B. Sachin Bansal
C. Bunny Bansal
D. Rajiv Kumar

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Sachin Bansal
Explanation: This is the second big futuristic move by Ujjivan management. Earlier, it roped in Nitin Chugh as its next chief executive.
Who was appointed as the chief of India Meteorological Department (IMD)?
A. R Shivshankar
B. NS Ram
C. Sudhir Kumar
D. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra
Explanation: He will assume charge in August. Mohapatra did his Masters in Physics. The IMD is responsible for weather and climate related forecasts for the country.
RBI has approved the appointment of Rakesh Makhija as chairman of ________.
A. HDFC Bank
B. Axis Bank
C. ICICI Bank
D. Bank of Baroda

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Axis Bank
Explanation: Makhija has been an active participant and contributor to the industrial and technology sectors. He has held a number of top management positions within the SKF Group.
India was ranked _____ out of 129 countries, according to the Sustainable Development Goals Gender Index.
A. 65^th
B. 78^th
C. 95^th
D. 110^th

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. 95th
Explanation: The Sustainable Development Goals Gender Index has been developed by UK-based Equal Measures 2030. The new index includes 51 indicators across 14 of the 17 official Sustainable Development Goals.
__________, who held titles like the “Czar of Indian Cuisine” and “Tastemaker to the Nation”, passed away recently.
A. Jiggs Kalra
B. Khushwant Singh
C. Ravinder Gill
D. Yashwant Kapoor

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Jiggs Kalra
Explanation: He had been instrumental in reviving some of the indigenous lost recipes. His phenomenal work includes reviving age-old delicacies like the famous Galouti Kebabs.
Famous Bangladeshi actress Anju Ghosh joined which among the following political parties?
A. INC
B. BJP
C. TMC
D. National Conference

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. BJP
Explanation: Ghosh is known for her role in Beder Meye Josna, which is the highest-grossing film in Bangladeshi film history.
_________ has allotted the status of ‘legal person or entity’ to animals.
A. Allahabad HC
B. Delhi HC
C. Punjab & Haryana HC
D. Bombay HC

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Punjab & Haryana HC
Explanation: The verdict will also issue prescribed load draught animals will be allowed to carry while pulling a vehicle. Both the orders were written by Justice Rajiv Sharma.
_____________ has appointed Purnima Sahni Mohanty as its new Director of Communications.
A. Microsoft India
B. Google India
C. Facebook India
D. Samsung India

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Microsoft India
Explanation: Mohanty is a senior communications leader with over 27 years of experience in the industry. Prior to this role, Mohanty was working as Director & Head of Communications & CSR at DuPont.
________ is observed as World Bicycle Day.
A. June 2
B. June 3
C. June 4
D. June 5

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. June 3
Explanation: This day encourages the nations to devote particular attention to the bicycle in cross-cutting development strategies.
International Sex Workers’ Day takes place on _______.
A. 2nd June
B. 4th June
C. 6th June
D. 8th June

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. 2nd June
Explanation: It remembers the discrimination of prostitutes and their often exploitative living and conditions of working.
Who was recently elected to the board of the International Air Transport Association (IATA)?
A. Sumit Khanna
B. Ajay Singh
C. Rajiv Munjal
D. Radhika Chopra

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Ajay Singh
Explanation: SpiceJet chief Ajay Singh was elected to the board of the IATA. The new board would be chaired by Lufthansa Group Chief Executive Officer Carsten Spohr.
The main event of International Yoga Day on June 21 this year will be held in _____ with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending it.
A. Chandigarh
B. Pune
C. Ranchi
D. Jammu

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Ranchi
Explanation: It will be the government’s first mega public event after Modi became prime minister for a second term. It is expected that about 10,000 people, will attend the event. The United Nations declared June 21 as the International Day of Yoga in 2014.
Nayib Bukele took office as president of __________ recently.
A. El Salvador
B. Poland
C. South Africa
D. South Sudan

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. El Salvador
Explanation: During his term, Bukele wants to tackle El Salvador’s legacy of gang violence and corruption. By bolstering education, he wants to reduce the number of young people joining El Salvador’s notorious criminal gangs.
The government reappointed _________ as National Security Adviser, according to him/her a Cabinet rank.
A. Sushma Swaraj
B. S Jaishankar
C. Ajit Doval
D. Hardeep Puri

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Ajit Doval
Explanation: Doval becomes the first NSA to get Cabinet status in the table of precedence. The cabinet rank will facilitate his interactions with the most senior officials.
________ has toppled Indian Oil Corp (IOC) to regain the crown of being the country’s most profitable public sector company.
A. ONGC
B. SAIL
C. SBI
D. NABARD

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. ONGC
Explanation: ONGC, in the previous two financial years, had lost the most profitable PSU tag to IOC. ONGC reported a 34% jump its in 2018-19 fiscal net profit to Rs 26,716 crore.
Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019
The two-day Elephanta Festival has been recently organized in ________.
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. UP
C. Maharashtra
D. Kerala

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Maharashtra
Explanation: The MTDC (Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation) organizes the festival every year to promote tourism and the culture of Mumbai.
Operation Blue Star, sometimes seen in the news, was carried out in ______.
A. 1980
B. 1984
C. 1991
D. 1999

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. 1984
Explanation: Operation Blue Star was carried out in Amritsar between June 1 and 8, 1984. It was former PM’s Indira Gandhi’s solution to the haywire going law and order situation in Punjab.
Keeping its poll promise, PM Modi’s government has launched a new ministry called _______ to provide safe drinking water to people.
A. Jal Shakti
B. Jal Naari
C. Jal Sarla
D. Jal Sabla

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Jal Shakti
Explanation: The Jal Shakti Ministry has been created by reorganizing the earlier Ministry of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation. It is worth noting that from April to July, the water situation in at least 8 states in the country has been grim.
Former President Pratibha Patil was bestowed on the highest civilian award of _______ for foreigners.
A. Argentina
B. Chile
C. Mexico
D. South Africa

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Mexico
Explanation: Patil is the 1st Indian woman to receive such an award. Earlier Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan was honored with this award.
Who has been appointed as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting in the new Narendra Modi government?
A. Ravi Shankar Prasad
B. Piyush Goyal
C. Menaka Gandhi
D. Prakash Javadekar

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Prakash Javadekar
Explanation: Prakash Javadekar has been recently appointed as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting (I&B).
_________ appointed a new advocate general, Satish Chandra Verma with immediate effect.
A. MP
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Telangana
D. Chattisgarh

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Chattisgarh
Explanation: Before being appointed as the new AG, Verma was the Additional Advocate General of the state. This appointment is done in exercise of the powers conferred by Clause (1) of Article 165 of the Constitution of India.
World Health Organization (WHO) awarded which state’s Medical & Health Department its Tobacco Control Award for year 2019?
A. Maharashtra
B. Rajasthan
C. MP
D. Kerala

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Rajasthan
Explanation: The award was conferred by the World Health Organization. It is worth mentioning that in 2018, the department had issued an official notice on 23,800 people for smoking in public places under the COTPA.
Who assumed charge as the Union Minister of Tribal Affairs?
A. Raman Singh
B. Arjun Munda
C. Sushma Swaraj
D. Meenakshi Lekhi

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Arjun Munda
Explanation: Arjun Munda represents Khunti (ST) constituency of Jharkhand in the 17th Lok Sabha. He served as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand form 2003-2006.
Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019
Who has been given the additional charge of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) recently?
A. Suresh Kapoor
B. Ramesh Goenka
C. JS Ravi
D. Arun Kumar

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Arun Kumar
Explanation: Arun Kumar is currently holding the position of an additional secretary at the aviation ministry.
Telangana statehood day was recently observed. This state was officially formed on ________.
A. 1st June 2015
B. 5th June 2016
C. 2nd June 2014
D. 10th June 2010

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. 2nd June 2014
Explanation: TRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao was elected as the first Chief Minister of the state.
_______ has rolled out a campaign titled, ‘Billion Beats’ ahead of the ICC World Cup 2019.
A. Vivo
B. Samsung
C. Micromax
D. Oppo

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Oppo
Explanation: It is inviting consumers to share the sound of their heartbeats through the app. It aims to highlight fans’ emotions & encourage these cricket fans to create something of their own.
________ has been named as the new CEO of Rajya Sabha TV by the government.
A. Sudhir Chaudhary
B. Arnab Goswami
C. Barkha Dutt
D. Manohar K Pandey

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Manohar K Pandey
Explanation: He will take the charge from Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Which among the following launched ‘Sabse Khaas Loan’ for two-wheeler customers?
A. L&T Finance
B. HDFC
C. ICICI
D. PNB

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. L&T Finance
Explanation: The scheme provides hassle-free and low-cost finance for two-wheelers. The loan is for financially prudent customers. The borrowers can choose from 3 different EMI tenures 6, 12 and 18 months.
Who was recently elected as the leader of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP)?
A. Rahul Gandhi
B. Sonia Gandhi
C. Lovely Singh
D. Sheila Dixit

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Sonia Gandhi
Explanation: Sonia Gandhi represents Uttar Pradesh’s Rae Bareli in Lok Sabha. She is the chairperson of the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance.
After the formation of the new government, the Budget session will be held from ________.
A. June 11
B. June 15
C. June 17
D. June 23

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. June 17
Explanation: The new Lok Sabha speaker will be elected on June 19. The Union Budget will be presented on July 5. Economic Survey will be released on 4th of July.
Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019
______________ is observed on the 1st of June every year.
A. Global Day of Parents
B. Global Day of Fathers
C. Global Day of Mothers
D. Global Day of Grandsons

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Global Day of Parents
Explanation: This day provides an opportunity to appreciate all parents in all parts of the world. In particular, family-oriented policies can contribute to the achievement of SDGs 1 to 5.
______ is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month.
A. May
B. June
C. August
D. October

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. June
Explanation: This month advocates work for equal “rights and benefits” for LGBT people. The month was chosen to remember a riot in 1969 at the Stonewall Inn in Manhattan.
Which among the following states launched ‘Haritha Drishti’ mobile application?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Telangana
C. Kerala
D. West Bengal

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Kerala
Explanation: This app will have details on Haritha Kerala Mission. It can also help in calculating water levels & water availability in various water sources.
________ has launched a mobile app “The Ruet” to share real-time information about the moon.
A. India
B. Pakistan
C. Iran
D. US

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Pakistan
Explanation: It combines Islamic Hijri calendar with modern technology. It’s a utility and information appl related to moon and sighting of the moon.
Which state has planned to launch a campaign “One Citizen One Tree campaign”?
A. Meghalaya
B. Haryana
C. UP
D. Bihar

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – A. Meghalaya
Explanation: Each village will plant 1000 trees bringing it to a total of 4,60,000 trees. The campaign will mobilize 20 villages each from both catchment areas.
10th National Science Film Festival of India (NSFFI) will be organized in ________.
A. Manipur
B. Sikkim
C. Nagaland
D. Tripura

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Tripura
Explanation: 10th National Science Film Festival of India (NSFFI) will be organised in Tripura. The initiative would focus on upholding tourism and rich biodiversity of Tripura.
World Milk Day, sometimes seen in the news, is observed on ______.
A. May 31
B. June 1
C. June 5
D. June 10

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. June 1
Explanation: The theme of the World Milk Day this year is “Drink Milk: Today and Every day.” This day was established in 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations.
Current Affairs GK MCQ: 1-7 June 2019
The world’s biggest retailer Walmart has appointed __________ as chief technology and chief development officer.
A. Rahul Bajaj
B. CK Khaitan
C. Rakesh Munjal
D. Suresh Kumar

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Suresh Kumar
Explanation: Reportedly, Kumar has previously worked with Amazon, where he led the company’s retail supply chain systems for 15 years.
Which country had collected nearly 11 tonnes of trash that had piled up on the peak for decades on Mount Everest?
A. India
B. Sri Lanka
C. Nepal
D. Maldives

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Nepal
Explanation: The clean-up initiative, was launched in mid-April. It involved a team of 12 high-altitude Sherpa climbers.
Which among the following states appointed Alapan Bandopadhyay as the home secretary?
A. Odisha
B. West Bengal
C. Telangana
D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. West Bengal
Explanation: This selection is seen as a hint that he could be made the new chief secretary. Bandopadhyay would continue to hold it as an additional charge of commerce and industry department.
The Indian hockey teams, men and women, will be sponsored by ________ for the next five years.
A. West Bengal
B. Sikkim
C. Bihar
D. Odisha

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Odisha
Explanation: Hockey India’s current deal with Odisha is estimated to be around Rs 150 crore for five years. Following the deal, Odisha’s name will don the jerseys of both the men’s and women’s teams.
_________ was declared a winner in the ‘Best Smart City’ award category at a Smart city expo.
A. Chandigarh
B. Pune
C. Ludhiana
D. Noida

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. Pune
Explanation: PSCDCL (Pune Smart City Development Corporation) was also adjudged as joint winner in the Smart City Special Purpose (SPV) award category.
Who has been appointed as the Director of Professional Tennis Registry (PTR)?
A. Rekha Bhardwaj
B. Sunil Lamba
C. Dilip Mohanty
D. Rakesh Jhanji

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – C. Dilip Mohanty
Explanation: In 2007, he was conferred India President’s Award by PTR. In 2012, he was honored with “PTR India Coach of the year Award”. It is worth mentioning that the Professional Tennis Registry is a global organization of tennis teaching professionals.
Nepal has celebrated ‘International Everest Day’ on _______.
A. May 27
B. May 29
C. June 3
D. June 5

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – B. May 29
Explanation: On this date, mountaineers Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary scaled the world’s highest peak. It is worth noting that Mt. Everest towers 29,029 ft above sea level and is the highest point on Earth.
Who took oath for the second consecutive time as the prime minister of India?
A. Arun Jaitley
B. Amit Shah
C. S Jaishankar
D. Narendra Modi

Correct Answer
Correct Answer – D. Narendra Modi
Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind administered the oath of office and secrecy to Narendra Modi. It is worth mentioning that the multi-layered security arrangement was put in place in Delhi.

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