1.
Which country on 30 January 2015 announced an anti-terror law criminalising public terror threats?
Correct Answer
C. Canada
Explanation
Canada announced an anti-terror law criminalizing public terror threats on 30 January 2015. This law was introduced as a response to the increasing threat of terrorism and aimed to strengthen the country's ability to prevent and combat acts of terrorism. By criminalizing public terror threats, Canada sought to send a strong message that such behavior would not be tolerated and that the government was taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
2.
Name the indigenously developed canister-based inter-continental surface-to-surface nuclear capable ballistic missile that was test-fired by India on 31 January 2015 from Wheeler's Island off Odisha coast.
Correct Answer
B. Agni-5
Explanation
The correct answer is Agni-5. Agni-5 is an indigenously developed canister-based inter-continental surface-to-surface nuclear capable ballistic missile. It was test-fired by India on 31 January 2015 from Wheeler's Island off the Odisha coast.
3.
Name the MIG series fighter jet of Indian Air Force that crashed on 31 January 2015 at Rasoolnagar area in Bed village of Jamnagar district of Gujarat.
Correct Answer
B. MiG 21
Explanation
The correct answer is MiG 21.
4.
Who won the women’s singles title of Australian Open on 31 January 2015?
Correct Answer
C. Serena Williams
Explanation
Serena Williams won the women's singles title of the Australian Open on 31 January 2015.
5.
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on 31 January 2015 inaugurated Wi-Fi facility at which railway station?
Correct Answer
A. Ahmedabad
Explanation
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu inaugurated Wi-Fi facility at Ahmedabad railway station on 31 January 2015. This means that passengers at Ahmedabad railway station can now access the internet using Wi-Fi.
6.
Who won the men’s single title of Australia Open on 1 February 2015?
Correct Answer
A. Novak Djokovic
Explanation
Novak Djokovic won the men's single title of the Australia Open on 1 February 2015.
7.
Australian Open 2015 ended on 1 February 2015. In this context, match the given tennis players with their countries of origin: Player Name CountryA. Novak Djokovic 1. The US B. Andy Murray 2. SerbiaC. Maria Sharapova 3. BritainD. Serena Williams 4. Russia A B C D
Correct Answer
C. 2 3 4 1
8.
Australia won the tri-nation One-Day International (ODI) Series at Perth, Australia on 1 February 2015. Name the cricketer who was adjudged the Man of the Series.
Correct Answer
A. Mitchell Starc
Explanation
Mitchell Starc was adjudged the Man of the Series in the tri-nation One-Day International (ODI) Series in Australia on 1 February 2015.
9.
Name the person who on 3 February 2015 was sworn-in as the 12th President of Italy.
Correct Answer
A. Giorgio Napolitano
Explanation
Giorgio Napolitano was sworn-in as the 12th President of Italy on 3 February 2015.
10.
Name the World Squash women champion who on 1 February 2015 set a new record for topping the world rankings continuously for 106 months.
Correct Answer
C. Nicol David
Explanation
Nicol David is the correct answer because she set a new record for topping the world rankings continuously for 106 months. This means that she held the top position in women's squash for over 8 years, which is an incredible achievement.
11.
13th meet of the Foreign Ministers of India, Russia, and China was held on 2 February 2015 in:
Correct Answer
B. Beijing, China
Explanation
The 13th meet of the Foreign Ministers of India, Russia, and China was held in Beijing, China on 2 February 2015. This meeting was a significant diplomatic event where the foreign ministers of these three countries gathered to discuss and strengthen their bilateral relations. Beijing, as the capital of China, is a common venue for such high-level meetings and summits.
12.
Name the Mumbai-based drug major that on 2 February 2015 received final approval from USFDA to market its vancomycin hydrochloride capsules used for treating diarrhoea.
Correct Answer
A. Lupin
Explanation
Lupin, a Mumbai-based drug major, received final approval from USFDA to market its vancomycin hydrochloride capsules used for treating diarrhea.
13.
Name the state government that on 2 February 2015 decided to issue Aadhaar-linked e-ration cards to ensure that only genuine beneficiaries get subsidised food grains.
Correct Answer
C. Punjab
Explanation
The correct answer is Punjab. On 2 February 2015, the Punjab state government decided to issue Aadhaar-linked e-ration cards to ensure that only genuine beneficiaries receive subsidised food grains.
14.
Telangana government on 2 February 2015 decided to organize a festival of worshipping rivers on the lines of Kumbh Mela. Name the festival?
Correct Answer
A. Godavari Pushkaralu.
Explanation
The correct answer is Godavari Pushkaralu. The explanation for this answer is that the Telangana government decided to organize a festival of worshipping rivers on the lines of Kumbh Mela, and this festival is called Godavari Pushkaralu. The festival is specifically dedicated to the Godavari river and is held once every 12 years.
15.
Name the school girl from Karnataka who on 3 February 2015 became the youngest individual medal winner in the 35th National Games in Kerala.
Correct Answer
A. Saloni Dalal
Explanation
Saloni Dalal is the correct answer because she became the youngest individual medal winner in the 35th National Games in Kerala on 3 February 2015. The question asks for the name of the school girl from Karnataka who achieved this feat, and Saloni Dalal is the only option provided that fits this criteria.
16.
Which state on 3 February 2015 decided to provide free education to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and girl students till Post Graduation level?
Correct Answer
B. Bihar
Explanation
Bihar decided on 3 February 2015 to provide free education to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and girl students till Post Graduation level.
17.
Name the netball player of Maharashtra who died on 2 February 2015 few hours after a match against Chandigarh during the 35th National Games in Kerala.
Correct Answer
C. Mayuresh Pawar
Explanation
Mayuresh Pawar was a netball player from Maharashtra who tragically died on 2 February 2015, just a few hours after a match against Chandigarh during the 35th National Games in Kerala.
18.
The lower house of which country’s Parliament on 3 February 2015 voted in favour of the Bill to amend the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act (HFEA), 1990 to allow creation of babies with DNA from three people?
Correct Answer
B. Britain
Explanation
The lower house of Britain's Parliament voted in favor of the Bill to amend the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act (HFEA), 1990 to allow the creation of babies with DNA from three people. This indicates that the correct answer is Britain.
19.
Which country on 2 February 2015 approved draft of National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy, 2015 to establish transparent and accountable government?
Correct Answer
D. Bangladesh
Explanation
Bangladesh approved the draft of National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy, 2015 on 2 February 2015. This policy aimed to establish a transparent and accountable government in the country.
20.
Union Government on 4 February 2015 approved a development package and adhoc support of 850 crore rupees for which state?
Correct Answer
C. Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
The Union Government approved a development package and adhoc support of 850 crore rupees for Andhra Pradesh. This indicates that the government recognizes the need for financial assistance in the state and is taking steps to provide support for its development.
21.
Name the two species of algae that were discovered off India’s west coast in February 2015.
Correct Answer
A. Ulva paschima Bast and CladopHora goensis Bast
22.
Who was appointed as the Union Home Secretary on 4 February 2015?
Correct Answer
C. LC Goyal
Explanation
LC Goyal was appointed as the Union Home Secretary on 4 February 2015.
23.
Which company on 5 February 2015 bagged a defence contract of supplying 14 Do-228 aircrafts to Indian Air Force (IAF)?
Correct Answer
C. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Explanation
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is the correct answer because on 5 February 2015, they secured a defense contract to supply 14 Do-228 aircraft to the Indian Air Force.
24.
Visitor’s Awards for Central Universities in different categories were presented on 4 February 2015. Name the University that won the award in Best University category.
Correct Answer
B. University of Hyderabad
Explanation
The University of Hyderabad won the award in the Best University category.
25.
Which film director won the Best Director award at 60th Filmfare Awards that were announced on 31 January 2015?
Correct Answer
D. Vikas Bahl
Explanation
Vikas Bahl won the Best Director award at the 60th Filmfare Awards in 2015.
26.
What was the tagline of World Cancer Day 2015 that was observed across the globe on 4 February 2015?
Correct Answer
C. Not Beyond Us
Explanation
The tagline "Not Beyond Us" was used for World Cancer Day 2015. This tagline suggests that the fight against cancer is not impossible and that there is hope for finding a cure and improving treatment options. It emphasizes the importance of collective efforts and highlights the belief that with dedication and research, solutions can be found to combat cancer.
27.
Who on 3 February 2015 won the 2015 King Faisal International Prize (KFIP) for Service to Islam?
Correct Answer
B. Dr. Zakir A. Naik
Explanation
Dr. Zakir A. Naik won the 2015 King Faisal International Prize (KFIP) for Service to Islam.
28.
Who was honoured with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award that was announced on 31 January 2015?
Correct Answer
A. Kamini Kaushal
Explanation
Kamini Kaushal was honoured with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award that was announced on 31 January 2015.
29.
The 77th annual convention of presiding officers, speakers, and secretaries of legislative assemblies and councils concluded on 3 February 2015. Where was it held?
Correct Answer
A. Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation
The 77th annual convention of presiding officers, speakers, and secretaries of legislative assemblies and councils was held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
30.
Which High Court on 6 February 2015 directed the state government to issue a circular banning beauty contests in colleges and other educational institutions of the state?
Correct Answer
C. Madras High Court
Explanation
The Madras High Court on 6 February 2015 directed the state government to issue a circular banning beauty contests in colleges and other educational institutions of the state.